HomeMy WebLinkAboutagenda.hpc.20150923
AGENDA
ASPEN HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING
September 23, 2015
5:00 PM City Council Meeting Room 130 S. Galena St.
130 S Galena Street, Aspen
I. SITE VISITS
A. Please meet at 209 E. Bleeker at noon.
II. INTRODUCTION (15 MIN.)
A. Roll call
B. Approval of minutes
C. Public Comments
D. Commissioner member comments
E. Disclosure of conflict of interest (actual and apparent)
F. Project Monitoring
G. Staff comments
H. Certificate of No Negative Effect issued
I. Submit public notice for agenda items
J. Call-up reports
K. HPC typical proceedings
III. OLD BUSINESS
A. None.
IV. NEW BUSINESS
A. 209 E. Bleeker- Major Development Conceptual review, Demolition, Relocation,
FAR Bonus, Residential Design Standards, and Variations, PUBLIC HEARING
(5:10)
B. Draft revisions to HPC guidelines, Chapters 2-7 (6:20)
V. ADJOURN
Next Resolution Number: Resolution #26, 2015
TYPICAL PROCEEDING- 1 HOUR, 10 MINUTES FOR MAJOR AGENDA ITEM, NEW
BUSINESS
Provide proof of legal notice (affidavit of notice for PH)
Staff presentation (5 minutes)
Board questions and clarifications (5 minutes)
Applicant presentation (20 minutes)
Board questions and clarifications (5 minutes)
Public comments (close public comment portion of hearing) (5 minutes)
Applicant Rebuttal
Chairperson identified the issues to be discussed (5 minutes)
HPC discussion (15 minutes)
Motion (5 minutes)
*Make sure the motion includes what criteria are met or not met.
No meeting of the HPC shall be called to order without a quorum consisting of at least four (4)
members being present. No meeting at which less than a quorum shall be present shall conduct
any business other than to continue the agenda items to a date certain. All actions shall require
the concurring vote of a simple majority, but in no event less than three (3) concurring votes of
the members of the commission then present and voting.
MEMORANDUM
TO: Aspen Historic Preservation Commission
FROM: Sara Adams, Senior Planner
RE: 209 East Bleeker St. – Conceptual Major Development Review, Partial
Demolition, Setback Variances, FAR Bonus PUBLIC HEARING
DATE: September 23, 2015
SUMMARY: 209 East Bleeker is a designated landmark located in Aspen’s West End
neighborhood. It is a 6,000 square foot lot that is zoned R-6, Medium Density Residential with
an allowable floor area of 3,240 sf for a single family home. The home has been in the Hayes
family until recently. The applicant proposes to restore the miner’s cabin to its original form
(there have been numerous alterations over the years including a new second story on top of the
miner’s cabin) and construct a two story addition along the rear and side of the property.
Variances and the FAR Bonus are requested.
Images top left to
right: Current
condition of 209 E.
Bleeker St.; east side
view of 209 E.
Bleeker; and 1904
Sanborne Map.
P1
IV.A.
CONCEPTUAL MAJOR DEVELOPMENT AND DEMOLITION
APPLICANT: 209 Bleeker, LLC, represented by Kim Raymond Architects, 802 E. Cooper
Ave., Suite 4, Aspen, CO 81621.
PARCEL ID: 2737-073-20-002
ADDRESS: 209 E. Bleeker Street, Lots C, D and a portion of Lot B, Block 73, City and
Townsite of Aspen Colorado
ZONING: R-6
The procedure for a Major Development Review, at the Conceptual level, is as follows.
Staff reviews the submittal materials and prepares a report that analyzes the project’s
conformance with the design guidelines and other applicable Land Use Code Sections. This
report is transmitted to the HPC with relevant information on the proposed project and a
recommendation to continue, approve, disapprove or approve with conditions and the
reasons for the recommendation. The HPC will review the application, the staff analysis
report and the evidence presented at the hearing to determine the project’s conformance
with the City of Aspen Historic Preservation Design Guidelines. The HPC may approve,
disapprove, approve with conditions, or continue the application to obtain additional
information necessary to make a decision to approve or deny.
Major Development is a two-step process requiring approval by the HPC of a Conceptual
Development Plan, and then a Final Development Plan. Approval of a Conceptual
Development Plan shall be binding upon HPC in regards to the location and form of the
envelope of the structure(s) and/or addition(s) as depicted in the Conceptual Plan
application including its height, scale, massing and proportions. No changes will be made to
this aspect of the proposed development by the HPC as part of their review of the Final
Development Plan unless agreed to by the applicant.
Staff Response: Conceptual review focuses on the height, scale, massing and proportions of a
proposal. A list of the relevant HPC design guidelines is attached as “Exhibit A.”
Background: The house has been heavily altered from its original form. There is minimal
remaining historic material onsite and only a few photographs to inform restoration; nonetheless,
this is a designated landmark and Staff is appreciative of the proposed efforts to restore the
home. Some photographs are below:
P2
IV.A.
Images 4 and 5: Original
east elevation of 209 East
Bleeker. Construction of
the second floor in 1978.
Staff is concerned that the fundamental aspects of this project – site planning and the massing of
the new addition – do not meet the Design Guidelines. Staff recommends a restudy of the
project that preserves and highlights the historic resource. Design Guidelines are provided
below. Staff’s concerns are outlined below.
Site plan: The applicant proposes a two story addition that wraps around the historic landmark.
A one story connector piece is proposed to link the new and old construction. The new two story
mass adjacent to the landmark is located about 18’ back from the front of the landmark. Staff
P3
IV.A.
finds that its placement, both alongside and behind the historic resource, overshadows the
Victorian and that there are other solutions for the 6,000 sf lot.
Mass/Scale: The applicant originally submitted two roof forms for the addition – flat and gable.
The applicant decided to proceed only with the gable roof option after comments from Staff. As
noted above, Staff is concerned about proposed placement of the addition and the overall amount
of mass on the site. The modest one story miner’s cabin is dwarfed by the proposed addition.
The applicant requests the 500 sf FAR bonus which increases the floor area on the site to 3,740
sf (3,240 + 500). While there are opportunities through restoration to earn the Bonus, Staff is
concerned that the Bonus allows too much mass on the site to the detriment of the landmark.
Staff is concerned that the miner’s cabin is overwhelmed by the new addition and recommends a
restudy to either 1) shift the mass adjacent to the landmark to the rear of the site and to break up
the roof ridge or 2) shift the two story mass from behind the landmark to the front of the side to
read as two separate buildings with no visible addition behind the landmark. Successful
examples of this approach on a similar sized lot are shown below (the yellow highlight shows the
landmark). Staff finds that the Design Guidelines 10.6, 10.8, and 10.14 are not met and
recommends a restudy.
Image 6: The proposed site plan for 209 E. Bleeker Street (6,000 sf lot).
P4
IV.A.
Image 7: Approved site plan for 110 E. Bleeker Street (6,000 sf lot). All of the mass is along the
rear of the site. A 500 sf Bonus was granted and 2 TDRs were approved on the site.
P5
IV.A.
Image 8: Approved site plan for 201 E. Hyman Ave
(7,500 sf lot). Note the one story landmark and the
two story addition at the side of the landmark.
There is a short one story connector element and no
development behind the landmark.
Image 9: Approved rendering of 201 E. Hyman
Ave. Note the addition is located at the side of the
landmark. There is no new development behind the
landmark.
Relevant Design Guidelines:
One story connector
with green roof.
P6
IV.A.
10.4 Design a new addition to be recognized as a product of its own time.
An addition should be made distinguishable from the historic building, while also remaining
visually compatible with these earlier features.
A change in setbacks of the addition from the historic building, a subtle change in material or
a differentiation between historic, and more current styles are all techniques that may be
considered to help define a change from old to new construction.
10.6 Design an addition to be compatible in size and scale with the main building.
An addition that is lower than or similar to the height of the primary building is preferred.
10.7 If it is necessary to design an addition that is taller than a historic building, set it back
substantially from significant facades and use a "connector" to link it to the historic
building.
A 1-story connector is preferred.
The connector should be a minimum of 10 feet long between the addition and the primary
building.
The connector also should be proportional to the primary building.
10.8 Place an addition at the rear of a building or set it back from the front to minimize
the visual impact on the historic structure and to allow the original proportions and
character to remain prominent.
Locating an addition at the front of a structure is inappropriate.
Additional floor area may also be located under the building in a basement which will not
alter the exterior mass of a building.
Set back an addition from primary facades in order to allow the original proportions and
character to remain prominent. A minimum setback of 10 feet on primary structures is
recommended.
10.14 The roof form and slope of a new addition should be in character with the
historic building.
If the roof of the historic building is symmetrically proportioned, the roof of the
addition should be similar.
Eave lines on the addition should be similar to those of the historic building or
structure.
Demolition:
26.415.100.4. The HPC shall review the application, the staff report and hear
evidence presented by the property owners, parties of interest and members of the
general public to determine if the standards for demolition approval have been met.
Demolition shall be approved if it is demonstrated that the application meets any
one of the following criteria:
a) The property has been determined by the City to be an imminent hazard to
public safety and the owner/applicant is unable to make the needed repairs in a
timely manner,
P7
IV.A.
VARIANCES: FAR BONUS, SETBACK VARIATIONS, RDS VARIANCES
b) The structure is not structurally sound despite evidence of the owner's efforts to
properly maintain the structure,
c) The structure cannot practically be moved to another appropriate location in
Aspen or
d) No documentation exists to support or demonstrate that the property has
historic, architectural, archaeological, engineering or cultural significance and
Additionally, for approval to demolish, all of the following criteria must be met:
a) The structure does not contribute to the significance of the parcel or Historic
District in which it is located and
b) The loss of the building, structure or object would not adversely affect the
integrity of the Historic District or its historic, architectural or aesthetic
relationship to adjacent designated properties and
c) Demolition of the structure will be inconsequential to the historic preservation
needs of the area.
Staff Response: The applicant proposes partial demolition of the non-historic additions to the
landmark in order to restore the original form of the building. Historic photographs are available
to guide the restoration and the demolition effort. Staff finds that the review criteria for
demolition of the non-historic aspects of the building are met and recommends approval.
The applicant proposes to demolish an existing small shed that was used as a kid’s playhouse.
Some of the materials are very old, but it hard to tell whether they were reused from a different
property or building. There is no evidence of a shed of this size and in this location on the
Sanborne map (shown on page 1 of memo). Staff is supportive of the demolition of the shed and
finds that the review criteria are met – mainly that there is no documentation to support that the
building is from the 19th century.
Parking: The applicant proposes 2 onsite parking spaces in the garage, accessed off of the alley.
26.415.110.F. Floor area bonus.
1. In selected circumstances, the HPC may grant up to five hundred (500) additional
square feet of allowable floor area for projects involving designated historic
properties. To be considered for the bonus, it must be demonstrated that:
a) The design of the project meets all applicable design guidelines;
b) The historic building is the key element of the property and the addition is
incorporated in a manner that maintains the visual integrity of the historic
building;
P8
IV.A.
c) The work restores the existing portion of the building to its historic appearance;
d) The new construction is reflective of the proportional patterns found in the
historic building's form, materials or openings;
e) The construction materials are of the highest quality;
f) An appropriate transition defines the old and new portions of the building;
g) The project retains a historic outbuilding; and/or
h) Notable historic site and landscape features are retained.
2. Granting of additional allowable floor area is not a matter of right but is contingent
upon the sole discretion of the HPC and the Commission's assessments of the merits
of the proposed project and its ability to demonstrate exemplary historic
preservation practices. Projects that demonstrate multiple elements described
above will have a greater likelihood of being awarded additional floor area.
3. The decision to grant a floor area bonus for major development projects will occur
as part of the approval of a Conceptual Development Plan, pursuant to Subsection
26.415.070.D. The floor area bonus may also be approved as part of a Historic
Landmark Lot Split Review.
4. Floor area bonuses are cumulative. A property shall receive no more than 500
square feet total.
Staff Response: The applicant requests the 500 sf FAR Bonus. Extensive
restoration/reconstruction of the miner’s cabin is proposed – almost the entire house needs to be
reconstructed as shown in the application. Historic photographs are available to inform the
reconstruction but many details will need to be based on general architectural details based on
the limited amount of information available. The level of integrity for this building calls into
question whether the entire 500 sf Bonus is appropriate. Exemplary historic preservation
practices as required in criterion 2 above may not be able to be attained based on the limited
amount of documentation for this home and the extensive remodeling that has occurred.
Staff is concerned that the addition of 500 sf of FAR on the site in the proposed configuration
overwhelms the modest landmark. Staff recommends that the project be restudied to meet the
Design Guidelines and that, should HPC award the Bonus, that it be conditioned on the property
severing 2 TDRs to remove 500 sf from the site. Note that an application for TDRs is reviewed
and approved by City Council and is a separate action from the design review before HPC.
Staff finds that the review criteria are not met specifically criteria (a) and (b) and recommends a
restudy.
26.415.110.C. Variances. Dimensional variations are allowed for projects involving
designated properties to create development that is more consistent with the character of
the historic property or district than what would be required by the underlying zoning's
dimensional standards.
P9
IV.A.
1. The HPC may grant variances of the Land Use Code for designated properties to
allow:
a) Development in the side, rear and front setbacks;
b) Development that does not meet the minimum distance requirements between
buildings;
c) Up to five percent (5%) additional site coverage;
d) Less public amenity than required for the on-site relocation of commercial
historic properties.
2. In granting a variance, the HPC must make a finding that such a variance:
a) Is similar to the pattern, features and character of the historic property or
district; and/or
b) Enhances or mitigates an adverse impact to the historic significance or
architectural character of the historic property, an adjoining designated historic
property or historic district.
The applicant requests the following variations:
Required Provided
East side yard setback 5’ about 1’10”
Note: this is for a lightwell that is
not required for egress, the house
wall is 5’ 3” from property line
West side yard setback 5’ 1’2”
Note: this is the existing location
of the landmark.
Combined side yard setback 15’ 3’
Rear yard setback 5’ required for garage;
10’ required for living space
5’ for garage
5’ for living space below grade and
5’ for a deck on top of the garage
Staff Response: Staff is supportive of the east side yard setback to legalize the current location
of the landmark. A water feature on the wall and a fire pit are shown on the site plan, which may
also need variations. These features can be addressed at Final Review during the landscape
discussion. A large window well is located behind the landmark within the setback area. Due to
its location, Staff is supportive of the variation.
Staff is concerned about the west side yard setback variation and the combined side yard setback
variation. The requested dimensions are a product of too much mass on the site. Staff
recommends that the applicant reduce the mass onsite and increase the proposed setback on the
west to better meet the combined setback requirements.
P10
IV.A.
Staff is supportive of the below grade variation for the basement which does not impact the
landmark. Staff is not supportive of the deck on top of the garage which adds mass to the site
and does not meet review criterion (b) for granting a variation.
Staff recommends a restudy of the site planning to address these concerns.
26.410.020.D.2. Residential Design Standards. Variances from the Residential Design
Standards, Section 26.410.040, which do not meet this Section may be granted by the
Planning and Zoning Commission, the Board of Adjustment or the Historic Preservation
Commission, if the project is subject to the requirements of Chapter 26.415. An applicant
who desires to consolidate other requisite land use review by the Historic Preservation
Commission, the Board of Adjustment or the Planning and Zoning Commission may elect
to have the variance application decided by the board or commission reviewing the other
land use application. An applicant who desires a variance from the Residential Design
Standards shall demonstrate and the deciding board shall find that the variance, if granted
would:
a) Provide an appropriate design or pattern of development considering the context
in which the development is proposed and the purpose of the particular
standard. In evaluating the context as it is used in the criteria, the reviewing
board may consider the relationship of the proposed development with adjacent
structures, the immediate neighborhood setting or a broader vicinity as the
board feels is necessary to determine if the exception is warranted; or
b) Be clearly necessary for reasons of fairness related to unusual site-specific
constraints.
Following are the requested variances, underlined area are not met in the proposal:
D.1 Street oriented entrance and principal window. All single-family homes and
duplexes, except as outlined in Subsection 26.410.010.B.4 shall have a street-oriented
entrance and a street facing principal window. Multi-family units shall have at least one (1)
street-oriented entrance for every four (4) units and front units must have a street facing a
principal window.
On corner lots, entries and principal windows should face whichever street has a greater
block length. This standard shall be satisfied if all of the following conditions are met:
b) A covered entry porch of fifty (50) or more square feet, with a minimum depth of six
(6') feet, shall be part of the front facade. Entry porches and canopies shall not be
more than one (1) story in height.
Staff Response: The original front porch, which is proposed to be restored, does not meet
the 6’ depth requirement. Staff is supportive of the proposed historic porch, finds that
criterion (a) is met and recommends approval.
____________________________________________________________________
P11
IV.A.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends continuation to allow time for the
applicant to restudy the proposed mass and building placement on the site to meet the Design
Guidelines, reduce the mass onsite, and to better meet the required setbacks as described above.
EXHIBITS:
Exhibit A: Relevant design guidelines
Exhibit B: Application
P12
IV.A.
209 East Bleeker Street
HPC Resolution #__, Series of 2015
Page 1 of 3
A RESOLUTION OF THE ASPEN HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION (HPC)
APPROVING MAJOR DEVELOPMENT (CONCEPTUAL), DEMOLITION, FAR
BONUS, AND VARIATION APPROVAL FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 209
EAST BLEEKER STREET, LOTS C, D, AND A PORTION OF LOT B, BLOCK 73,
CITY AND TOWNSITE OF ASPEN, COUNTY OF PITKIN, STATE OF COLORADO
RESOLUTION #__, SERIES OF 2015
PARCEL ID: 2737-073-20-002
WHEREAS, the applicant, 209 Bleeker LLC, represented by Kim Raymond Architects, requested
HPC Major Development (Conceptual), Demolition, FAR Bonus, and Variation approval for the
property located at 209 East Bleeker Street, Lots C, D, and a portion of Lot B, Block 73, City and
Townsite of Aspen; and
WHEREAS, Section 26.415.070 of the Municipal Code states that “no building or structure
shall be erected, constructed, enlarged, altered, repaired, relocated or improved involving a
designated historic property or district until plans or sufficient information have been submitted
to the Community Development Director and approved in accordance with the procedures
established for their review;” and
WHEREAS, for Conceptual Major Development Review, the HPC must review the application,
a staff analysis report and the evidence presented at a hearing to determine the project’s
conformance with the City of Aspen Historic Preservation Design Guidelines per Section
26.415.070.D.3.b.2 and 3 of the Municipal Code and other applicable Code Sections. The HPC
may approve, disapprove, approve with conditions or continue the application to obtain
additional information necessary to make a decision to approve or deny; and
WHEREAS, in order to approve Demolition, according to Section 26.415.080.A.4, Demolition
of Designated Historic Properties, it must be determined that:
a. The property has been determined by the City to be an imminent hazard to public
safety and the owner/applicant is unable to make the needed repairs in a timely
manner,
b. The structure is not structurally sound despite evidence of the owner's efforts to
properly maintain the structure,
c. The structure cannot practically be moved to another appropriate location in Aspen
or
d. No documentation exists to support or demonstrate that the property has historic,
architectural, archaeological, engineering or cultural significance, and
Additionally, for approval to demolish, all of the following criteria must be met:
a. The structure does not contribute to the significance of the parcel or historic district in
which it is located and
P13
IV.A.
209 East Bleeker Street
HPC Resolution #__, Series of 2015
Page 2 of 3
b. The loss of the building, structure or object would not adversely affect the integrity of
the historic district or its historic, architectural or aesthetic relationship to adjacent
designated properties and
c. Demolition of the structure will be inconsequential to the historic preservation needs
of the area; and
WHEREAS, the HPC may approve setback variations according to Section 26.415.110.C.1.a,
Variances. In granting a variance, the HPC must make a finding that such a variance:
a. Is similar to the pattern, features and character of the historic property or district;
and/or
b. Enhances or mitigates an adverse impact to the historic significance or architectural
character of the historic property, an adjoining designated historic property or historic
district; and
WHEREAS, in selected circumstances, pursuant to Section 26.415.110.F, the HPC may grant up
to five hundred (500) additional square feet of allowable floor area for projects involving
designated historic properties. To be considered for the bonus, it must be demonstrated
that:
a) The design of the project meets all applicable design guidelines;
b) The historic building is the key element of the property and the addition is
incorporated in a manner that maintains the visual integrity of the historic building;
c) The work restores the existing portion of the building to its historic appearance;
d) The new construction is reflective of the proportional patterns found in the
historic building's form, materials or openings;
e) The construction materials are of the highest quality;
f) An appropriate transition defines the old and new portions of the building;
g) The project retains a historic outbuilding; and/or
h) Notable historic site and landscape features are retained.
WHEREAS, the HPC may grant a variance from the Residential Design Standards upon a find
that:
a) Provide an appropriate design or pattern of development considering the context in
which the development is proposed and the purpose of the particular standard. In
evaluating the context as it is used in the criteria, the reviewing board may consider
the relationship of the proposed development with adjacent structures, the immediate
neighborhood setting or a broader vicinity as the board feels is necessary to determine
if the exception is warranted; or
b) Be clearly necessary for reasons of fairness related to unusual site-specific constraints.
WHEREAS, Sara Adams, in her staff report to HPC dated September 23, 2015, performed an
analysis of the application based on the standards and recommended continuation of the project
with conditions; and
P14
IV.A.
209 East Bleeker Street
HPC Resolution #__, Series of 2015
Page 3 of 3
WHEREAS, at their regular meeting on September 23, 2015, the Historic Preservation
Commission considered the application, the staff memo and public comments, and found the
proposal consistent with the review standards and approved the project by a vote of _______.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED:
That HPC hereby grants Conceptual Major Development approval, Variations, and the 500
square feet FAR Bonus with the following conditions:
1. The site plan, mass and scale are conceptually approved as shown in Exhibit A.
2. Demolition of the non-historic additions and the non-historic shed is approved.
3. A 500 square feet FAR Bonus is approved.
4. Residential Design Standard variance for the historic home related to front porch depth,
Land Use Code Sections 26.410.040.D.1.b, is approved. The historic homes is
considered the first story element for the purposes of the Residential Design Standards.
5. The following setback variances summarized below and shown on Exhibit A are granted.
Any discrepancy between the attached site plan and the chart below, the site plan prevails.
Approved setbacks
East side yard setback about 1’10”
West side yard setback 1’2”
Combined side yard setback 3’
Rear yard setback 5’ for garage
5’ for living space below grade and
5’ for a deck on top of the garage
6. A development application for a Final Development Plan shall be submitted within one
(1) year of the date of approval of a Conceptual Development Plan. Failure to file such an
application within this time period shall render null and void the approval of the
Conceptual Development Plan. The Historic Preservation Commission may, at its sole
discretion and for good cause shown, grant a one-time extension of the expiration date for
a Conceptual Development Plan approval for up to six (6) months provided a written
request for extension is received no less than thirty (30) days prior to the expiration date.
APPROVED BY THE COMMISSION at its regular meeting on the 23rd day of
September, 2015.
______________________
Willis Pember, Chair
Approved as to Form:
___________________________________
Debbie Quinn, Assistant City Attorney
ATTEST:
___________________________
Kathy Strickland, Chief Deputy Clerk
Exhibit A: conceptually approved site plan and elevations.
P15
IV.A.
Exhibit A – Relevant Design Guidelines
2.7 Match the original material in composition, scale and finish when replacing
materials on primary surfaces.
If the original material is wood clapboard, for example, then the replacement
material must be wood as well. It should match the original in size, the amount of
exposed lap and finish.
Replace only the amount required. If a few boards are damaged beyond repair, then
only those should be replaced, not the entire wall.
2.8 Do not use synthetic materials as replacements for primary building materials.
In some instances, substitute materials may be used for replacing architectural
details, but doing so is not encouraged. If it is necessary to use a new material, such
as a fiberglass column, the style and detail should precisely match that of the historic
model.
Primary building materials such as wood siding and brick should not be replaced
with synthetic materials.
Synthetic materials include: aluminum, vinyl siding and panelized brick.
EIFS (synthetic stucco) is not an appropriate replacement for real stucco.
3.1 Preserve the functional and decorative features of a historic window.
Features important to the character of a window include its frame, sash,
muntins/mullions, sills, heads, jambs, moldings, operation and groupings of
windows.
Repair frames and sashes rather than replacing them, whenever conditions permit.
Preserve the original glass, when feasible.
3.2 Preserve the position, number and arrangement of historic windows in a
building wall.
Enclosing a historic window opening in a key character-defining facade is
inappropriate, as is adding a new window opening. This is especially important on
primary facades where the historic ratio of solid-to-void is a character-defining
feature.
Greater flexibility in installing new windows may be considered on rear walls.
Do not reduce an original opening to accommodate a smaller window or door or
increase it to receive a larger window on primary facades.
Replacement Windows
3.3 Preserve the historic ratio of window openings to solid wall on a facade.
P16
IV.A.
Significantly increasing the amount of glass on a character-defining facade will
negatively affect the integrity of a structure.
3.4 Match a replacement window to the original in its design.
If the original is double-hung, then the replacement window should also be double-
hung, or at a minimum, appear to be so. Match the replacement also in the number
and position of glass panes.
Matching the original design is particularly important on key character-defining
facades.
3.5 In a replacement window, use materials that appear similar to the original.
Using the same material as the original is preferred, especially on character-defining
facades. However, a substitute material may be considered if the appearance of the
window components will match those of the original in dimension, profile and
finish.
3.6 Preserve the size and proportion of a historic window opening.
Reducing an original opening to accommodate a smaller window or increasing it to
receive a larger window is inappropriate.
Consider reopening and restoring an original window opening where altered.
3.7 Match, as closely as possible, the profile of the sash and its components to that
of the original window.
A historic window often has a complex profile. Within the window's casing, the sash
steps back to the plane of the glazing (glass) in several increments. These
increments, which individually only measure in eighths or quarters of inches, are
important details. They distinguish the actual window from the surrounding plane
of the wall.
4.1 Preserve historically significant doors.
Maintain features important to the character of a historic doorway. These may
include the door, door frame, screen door, threshold, glass panes, paneling,
hardware, detailing, transoms and flanking sidelights.
Do not change the position and function of original front doors and primary
entrances.
If a secondary entrance must be sealed shut, any work that is done must be
reversible so that the door can be used at a later time, if necessary. Also, keep the
door in place, in its historic position.
If the secondary entrance is sealed shut, the original entrance on the primary facade
must remain operable.
P17
IV.A.
4.2 Maintain the original size of a door and its opening.
Altering its size and shape is inappropriate. It should not be widened or raised in
height.
4.5 When replacing a door, use a design that has an appearance similar to the
original door or a door associated with the style of the house.
A replica of the original, if evidence exists, is the preferred replacement.
A historic door from a similar building also may be considered.
Simple paneled doors were typical.
Very ornate doors, including stained or leaded glass, are discouraged, unless
photographic evidence can support their use.
5.4 The use of a porch on a residential building in a single-family context is
strongly encouraged.
This also applies to large, multifamily structures. There should be at least one
primary entrance and should be identified with a porch or entry element.
Porch Replacement
5.5 If porch replacement is necessary, reconstruct it to match the original in form
and detail.
Use materials that appear similar to the original.
While matching original materials is preferred, when detailed correctly and painted
appropriately, alternative materials may be considered.
Where no evidence of the appearance of the historic porch exists, a new porch may
be considered that is similar in character to those found on comparable buildings.
Keep the style and form simple. Also, avoid applying decorative elements that are
not known to have been used on the house or others like it.
When constructing a new porch, its depth should be in scale with the building.
The scale of porch columns also should be similar to that of the trimwork.
The height of the railing and the spacing of balusters should appear similar to those
used historically as well.
6.5 Do not guess at "historic" designs for replacement parts.
Where "scars" on the exterior suggest that architectural features existed, but there is
no other physical or photographic evidence, then new features may be designed that
are similar in character to related buildings.
Using overly ornate materials on a building for which there is no documentation is
inappropriate.
P18
IV.A.
It is acceptable to use salvaged materials from other buildings only if they are
similar in style and detailing to other features on the building where they are to be
installed.
6.6 Replacement of missing elements may be included in repair activities.
Replace only those portions that are beyond repair.
Replacement elements should be based on documented evidence.
Use the same kind of material as the original when feasible.
A substitute material may be acceptable if the form and design of the substitute itself
conveys the visual appearance of the original material. For example, a fiberglass
cornice may be considered at the top of a building.
7.1 Preserve the original form of a roof.
Do not alter the angle of a historic roof. Instead, maintain the perceived line and
orientation of the roof as seen from the street.
Retain and repair roof detailing.
7.2 Preserve the original eave depth.
The shadows created by traditional overhangs contribute to one's perception of the
building's historic scale and therefore, these overhangs should be preserved.
9.7 A lightwell may be used to permit light into below-grade living space.
In general, a lightwell is prohibited on a wall that faces a street (per the Residential
Design Standards).
The size of a lightwell should be minimized.
A lightwell that is used as a walkout space may be used only in limited situations
and will be considered on a case-by-case basis. If a walkout space is feasible, it
should be surrounded by a simple fence or rail.
10.3 Design a new addition such that one's ability to interpret the historic character
of the primary building is maintained.
A new addition that creates an appearance inconsistent with the historic character of
the primary building is inappropriate.
An addition that seeks to imply an earlier period than that of the primary building
also is inappropriate.
An addition that seeks to imply an inaccurate variation of the primary building's
historic style should be avoided.
An addition that covers historically significant features is inappropriate.
10.4 Design a new addition to be recognized as a product of its own time.
P19
IV.A.
An addition should be made distinguishable from the historic building, while also
remaining visually compatible with these earlier features.
A change in setbacks of the addition from the historic building, a subtle change in
material or a differentiation between historic, and more current styles are all
techniques that may be considered to help define a change from old to new
construction.
10.6 Design an addition to be compatible in size and scale with the main building.
An addition that is lower than or similar to the height of the primary building is
preferred.
10.7 If it is necessary to design an addition that is taller than a historic building, set it
back substantially from significant facades and use a "connector" to link it to the
historic building.
A 1-story connector is preferred.
The connector should be a minimum of 10 feet long between the addition and the
primary building.
The connector also should be proportional to the primary building.
10.8 Place an addition at the rear of a building or set it back from the front to
minimize the visual impact on the historic structure and to allow the original
proportions and character to remain prominent.
Locating an addition at the front of a structure is inappropriate.
Additional floor area may also be located under the building in a basement which
will not alter the exterior mass of a building.
Set back an addition from primary facades in order to allow the original proportions
and character to remain prominent. A minimum setback of 10 feet on primary
structures is recommended.
10.9 Roof forms should be similar to those of the historic building.
Typically, gable, hip and shed roofs are appropriate.
Flat roofs are generally inappropriate for additions on residential structures with
sloped roofs.
10.10 Design an addition to a historic structure such that it will not destroy or
obscure historically important architectural features.
For example, loss or alteration of architectural details, cornices and eavelines should
be avoided.
P20
IV.A.
10.11 On a new addition, use exterior materials that are compatible with the historic
materials of the primary building.
The new materials should be either similar or subordinate to the original materials.
10.14 The roof form and slope of a new addition should be in character with the
historic building.
If the roof of the historic building is symmetrically proportioned, the roof of the
addition should be similar.
Eave lines on the addition should be similar to those of the historic building or
structure.
P21
IV.A.
802 E. Cooper Avenue, Suite 4 | Aspen, Colorado | 81611 | 970.925.2252
July
17,
2015
Amy
Simon
Sarah
Rosenberg
City
of
Aspen
Community
Development
Department
130
S
Galena
Street,
3rd
Floor
Aspen,
CO
81611
RE:
209
E
Bleeker
Ave
Summary
Letter
Aspen,
Colorado
Parcel
ID:
273707320002
Dear
Amy
and
Sarah,
Thank
you
for
your
time
and
knowledge
regarding
this
property
that
has
historic
significance
as
a
structure
and
in
the
community
due
to
the
fact
that
the
Hayes
family
had
this
home
in
their
family
for
decades.
The
home
has
had
a
tremendous
amount
of
work
done
to
it
over
the
years,
so
the
restoration
back
to
the
original
cottage
will
be
substantial.
We
have
located
great
photos
to
show
us
how
to
re-‐construct
the
home
to
it’s
original
appearance.
The
property
is
located
in
the
R-‐6,
Medium
density,
residential
zone
district.
The
home
will
remain
in
it’s
original
location,
which
had
a
full
basement
constructed
below
it
some
time
ago.
This
basement
will
be
expanded
under
the
new
addition
to
the
south
and
east
of
the
historic
cottage.
The
section
of
the
addition
to
the
east
will
be
held
back
substantially
from
the
front
façade
of
the
historic
resource
to
allow
it
to
remain
the
prominent
element
on
the
property,
keeping
the
large
front
yard.
The
original
building
is
located
only
14”
from
the
west
property
line,
requiring
a
side
yard
variance
and
combined
side
yard
variance.
The
addition
is
held
9’-‐7”
away
from
the
resource
to
the
east,
and
held
back
from
the
front
façade
by
15’-‐6”;
leaving
the
historic
building
in
the
dominant
location
on
the
property
as
the
focus
for
pedestrians.
The
attached
Sanborn
and
Sons
map
shows
that
this
small
cottage
was
originally
on
just
one
city
lot
and
there
was
another
small
cottage
on
the
lot
next
to
it.
This
explains
the
proximity
to
the
west
lot
line.
The
map
also
shows
two
small
outbuildings
P22
IV.A.
802 E. Cooper Avenue, Suite 4 | Aspen, Colorado | 81611 | 970.925.2252
located
on
the
alley.
They
are
no
longer
in
existence.
There
is
a
small,
non-‐historic
shed
that
will
be
removed.
We
are
seeking
the
500
sq
ft
FAR
bonus
for
an
outstanding
job
in
restoring
this
little
cottage
to
it’s
historic,
original
appearance.
The
details
of
this
restoration
work
will
be
detailed
below.
RELEVANT
LAND
USE
CODE
SECTIONS
SECTION
26.304
–
Application
1.
Please
see
attached
letter
of
authorization
from
209
E
Bleeker,
LLC,
a
Colorado
limited
liability
corporation,
granting
Kim
Raymond
Architects,
Inc
authority
to
act
on
their
behalf
throughout
this
process.
2.
Please
see
the
attached
Vicinity
Map
with
a
legal
description
and
directions
to
the
property.
3.
Attached,
please
find
the
Disclosure
of
Ownership
in
the
form
of
the
Title
Insurance
conveying
the
property
to
209
E
Bleeker,
LLC.
4.
See
number
2
above.
5.
Please
see
attached
Site
Plan
depicting
the
proposed
changes
to
the
existing
landscape
and
building
footprint.
6.
Please
see
the
site
improvement
survey
of
the
property
located
at
209
E
Bleeker.
7.
Please
see
below,
the
description
and
summary
of
all
requested
information
pertaining
to
the
Land
Use
Code
sections
in
regard
to
the
proposed
development.
Additionally,
please
find
a
copy
of
the
Pre-‐application
Conference
Summary
sheet,
attached
at
the
end
of
this
packet
of
information.
This
application
package
includes
all
requested
documents
as
outlined
in
the
pre-‐application
conference
summary
dated
April
8,
2015
from
Sarah
Rosenberg.
Section
26.314
–
Variances
(for
Historic
outbuilding
floor
area
bonus)
Section
26.314.020
-‐
Authority
The
Historic
Preservation
Commission
has
the
authority
to
grant
variances
in
accordance
with
this
section
of
the
Land
Use
Code.
Section
26.314.040
-‐
Standards
Applicable
to
variances.
A.
The
required
three
circumstances
exist;
for
the
HPC
to
have
the
ability
to
grant
dimensional
variances:
1.
The
granting
of
a
variance
to
this
project
is
consistent
with
the
purposes,
goals
and
objectives
of
the
Land
Use
Code
and
the
Municipal
Code;
the
preservation
and
restoration
of
a
Historic
Resource
is
consistent
with
both
codes.
2.
The
variances
requested
are
the
minimal
variances
needed
to
make
the
best
use
of
the
parcel,
leaving
the
historic
resource
in
it’s
original
location.
3.
The
literal
interpretation
of
the
section
of
the
code
regarding
side
yard
setbacks
and
combined
side
yard
setbacks
will
deprive
the
owners
of
the
opportunity
to
P23
IV.A.
802 E. Cooper Avenue, Suite 4 | Aspen, Colorado | 81611 | 970.925.2252
leave
the
historic
resource
in
it’s
original
location;
resulting
in
excessive
cost
to
relocate
the
building
that
would
otherwise
not
be
incurred.
It
would
also
add
further
hardship
to
make
an
addition
to
the
building
on
the
lot
in
a
manner
that
leaves
the
historic
building
as
the
‘center
piece’
of
the
lot.
a)
The
special
condition
of
this
parcel
is
that
the
historic
home
is
14”
from
the
west
side
lot
line;
leaving
it
there,
requires
a
3’-‐10”
side
yard
setback
variance.
A
combined
side
yard
variance
will
also
be
required.
The
addition
that
will
be
adjacent
to
the
historic
cottage
is
being
held
9’-‐7”
to
the
east,
to
create
space
and
“breathing
room”
if
you
will
for
the
historic
resource.
The
addition
will
meet
the
side
yard
setback
on
the
east
side,
but
the
combined
side
yard
setback
will
be
8’-‐6
¾”
shy
of
the
required
15”-‐0.
This
variance
is
not
required
for
the
entire
building,
but
the
length
of
the
addition
where
it
is
adjacent
to
the
historic
cottage;
31’-‐4
¼”.
Please
see
the
proposed
site
plan
for
the
layout
of
the
existing
and
proposed
building
elements.
B.
All
of
the
required
circumstances
are
met
to
enable
the
HPC
to
have
the
authority
to
grant
the
requested
variances:
1.
The
public
notice
and
mailing
was
done
in
accordance
with
Section
26.304.060.E.3.a-‐c.
Please
see
attached
affidavit
and
mailing
list.
2.
A
variance
is
the
most
reasonable
method
to
afford
the
applicant
relief
from
the
guidelines
that
were
adopted
decades
after
this
parcel
was
developed.
The
original
house
was
built
very
near
the
west
property
line
in
1888
because
at
that
time,
there
was
another
cottage
on
the
adjacent
lot;
but
that
point
doesn’t
alleviate
the
fact
that
the
house
does
not
meet
today’s
setback
standards.
A
variance
of
this
sort
is
also
an
incentive
offered
by
the
HPC
to
aid
in
the
restoration
and
preservation
of
Historic
properties.
3.
There
is
no
number
3
4-‐6.
These
standards
do
not
apply
as
there
will
be
no
off-‐site
storage
and
the
variances
shall
not
expire.
Section
26.410
–
Residential
Design
Standards
Section
26.410.10
–
Applicability
26.410.010
General
A.
The
purpose
of
these
standards
is
to
preserve
established
neighborhood
scale
and
character,
while
not
determining
architectural
style.
The
intention
of
the
development
of
this
historic
property
is
to
renovate
the
existing
home
to
it’s
original
appearance
and
to
add
a
full
basement
under
it.
The
home
will
remain
in
it’s
historic
location,
which
won’t
change
the
streetscape
of
the
block.
The
relationship
and
transition
of
the
private
spaces
of
the
home
and
the
public
spaces
of
the
pedestrian
on
the
street
will
be
maintained
with
a
short
fence,
walkway
and
front
porch.
Additionally,
the
applicant
would
like
to
preserve
much
of
the
front
yard
on
the
east
side
of
the
historic
cottage
and
a
substantial
rear
yard;
it
is
the
intent
of
the
applicant
to
have
a
lot
of
outdoor
space
on
the
lot.
P24
IV.A.
802 E. Cooper Avenue, Suite 4 | Aspen, Colorado | 81611 | 970.925.2252
B.2
The
proposed
development
will
be
a
single
family
residence
that
is
within
the
Aspen
infill
area;
thus
all
the
residential
design
standards
shall
apply.
C.
We
are
seeking
a
development
order
from
the
HPC
showing
that
the
Residential
Design
Standards
have
been
met
for
the
restoration
of
the
historic
home
and
for
the
addition
to
the
rear
and
east
of
the
historic
resource.
26.410.020
Procedures
for
Review
A.
A
pre-‐application
conference
was
held
between
Amy
Simon
and
Kim
Raymond
regarding
this
project.
This
letter
addresses
the
issues
outlined
in
the
letter
sent
by
Sarah
Rosenberg
dated
April
8,
2015.
D.
Please
see
Section
26.410.40
for
the
details
of
the
specific
design
standard
variances
that
will
be
requested
of
the
HPC
for
the
completion
of
this
project.
There
are
a
couple
dimensional
variances
being
sought
regarding
the
side
yard
and
combined
side
yard
setback
requirements;
due
to
the
historic
building
being
constructed
14”
from
the
west
side
lot
line.
26.410.040
Residential
Design
Standards
A.
Site
design
1.
The
existing
house
is
located
on
a
standard
parcel
in
the
middle
of
a
city
block,
comprised
of
two
original
City
blocks.
The
historic
home
will
remain
in
the
same
location
and
have
the
same
orientation
to
the
street;
with
the
front
door
on
the
restored
front
porch,
which
is
parallel
to
Bleeker.
The
original
porch,
as
was
common
in
those
days,
has
two
doors
on
the
porch
leading
to
the
interior
spaces.
The
applicant
proposes
to
use
one
of
these
doors
as
the
main
entry
to
the
new
home.
2.
The
building
will
remain
in
the
historic
location,
with
the
front
façade
being
within
the
required
five
feet
of
the
minimum
front
yard
setback
line.
Including
the
porch,
the
entire
front
façade
of
the
primary
building
(the
historic
resource)
will
be
within
this
5’
limit.
3.
There
is
a
short
fence
currently,
and
the
applicant
is
planning
on
restoring
a
fence
that
is
in
character
to
the
time
of
construction
of
the
miner’s
cottages.
Photos
will
be
researched
to
see
if
the
original
can
be
re-‐created.
The
new
fence
will
meet
the
code
requirements
for
fences,
both
historic
and
current.
B.1.
Building
Form
1.
Secondary
Mass;
The
applicant
is
proposing
a
secondary
mass
that
will
be
connected
to
the
cottage
by
means
of
a
single
story
linking
element.
More
than
10%
of
the
total
square
feet
of
the
building
will
be
in
this
secondary
mass.
2.
Subordinate
linking
element:
This
link
meets
all
the
dimensional
standards
and
requirements
of
Section
26.410.040
of
the
Land
Use
Code;
it
has
a
plate
height
of
less
than
9’,
is
longer
than
10’
in
length
and
is
less
than
10’
wide.
It
is
also
situated
behind
the
historic
cottage
in
such
a
way
as
to
expose
both
of
the
back
corners
of
the
original
building.
There
will
not
be
a
deck
above
this
linking
element.
P25
IV.A.
802 E. Cooper Avenue, Suite 4 | Aspen, Colorado | 81611 | 970.925.2252
C.
Parking,
garages
and
carports
1.
This
property
does
have
an
alley
and
the
proposed
garage
will
be
accessed
from
this
alley;
thus
meeting
this
standard.
The
double
stall
door
will
be
made
to
look
like
two
smaller
doors
or
will
be
designed
to
blend
in
with
the
wall
surrounding
it,
thus
“hiding”
the
door.
This
will
meet
the
intent
of
this
section
of
code
by
not
having
the
large,
2
stall
garage
door
appearance.
D.
Building
Elements
1.
Street
Oriented
entrance
and
principal
window.
The
property
sits
on
a
lot
in
the
middle
of
the
block,
with
the
historic
house
facing
Bleeker
Street
as
it
was
built
in
1886.
This
historic
building
has
a
front
door
at
the
entry
porch,
which
is
12’-‐1
¼”
back
from
the
front
property
line.
There
are
two
doors
on
the
front
porch,
one
of
which
will
be
the
main
entry
door
for
the
residence.
The
other
door
will
remain
operable;
both
will
be
restored
to
the
original
character
of
the
miner’s
cottage.
The
street
oriented
porch
will
meet
the
criteria
of
creating
architectural
detail
and
interest
at
a
human
scale,
following
local
building
traditions.
D1.a
The
entry
door
is
in
the
front
porch,
which
is
set
back
5’-‐6”
from
the
front
façade
of
the
home.
The
doors
are
under
8’-‐0”
tall
and
one
faces
Bleeker.
The
front
door
is
less
than
10’-‐0”
from
the
front
façade.
D1.b
Front
porches:
The
home
has
a
front
porch
that
is
open
on
two
sides;11’
-‐2”
wide
towards
Bleeker
Street
and
5’-‐6”
deep,
towards
the
west.
The
porch
is
61
sq.
ft.
but
does
not
quite
meet
the
6’-‐0
depth
requirement
as
it
was
built
originally
and
how
it
will
remain.
D1.c
The
cottage
does
have
a
principle
window
facing
Bleeker
that
will
be
restored
during
construction.
D2.
One
Story
Element:
On
this
historic
building,
the
porch
is
nearly
42%
of
the
front
façade.
The
front
porch
is
the
typical
single
story
porch
element
prevalent
on
most
of
the
historic
cottages.
There
is
no
living
or
deck
space
above
this
element.
D3.a
Street
facing
windows
shall
not
span
between
9-‐12’
above
the
main
floor
or
where
a
floor
may
typically
be
located.
There
are
no
windows
in
this
“no
window
zone”.
It
is
very
clear
where
a
second
floor
is
located
in
the
building.
D3.b
There
are
no
non-‐orthogonal
appearing
windows
on
the
building.
D4.
All
the
light
wells,
for
the
home
are
located
behind
the
front
façade
of
the
historic
building.
E.
Context
1.
Materials.
E1.a
All
of
the
existing
materials
on
the
historic
house
will
be
cleaned
up
and
repaired
as
necessary
to
maintain
the
historic
character
of
the
existing
building;
the
materials
on
the
new
portion
of
this
home
will
be
a
similar
color
palette
with
appropriate
scale
wood
siding
to
blend,
but
be
differentiated
from
the
historic.
The
new
siding
will
be
attached
as
a
rainscreen.
E1.b
The
palette
of
materials
will
be
similar
to
the
historic
building;
but
will
be
true
to
their
natural
characteristics
with
heavy
materials
at
the
bottom
of
walls.
E1.c
Highly
reflective
materials
will
not
be
used
anywhere
on
this
project.
E2.
Inflection.
This
lot
has
two
story
buildings
on
both
sides.
The
addition
addresses
the
two
story
building
to
the
east
by
having
a
two
story
element,
set
back
from
the
front
façade
of
the
historic
resource;
it
addresses
the
street,
is
shorter
than
the
neighboring
home,
but
does
not
overpower
the
miner’s
cottage.
The
addition
to
the
P26
IV.A.
802 E. Cooper Avenue, Suite 4 | Aspen, Colorado | 81611 | 970.925.2252
rear
is
a
taller
two
story
element,
stepping
up
from
the
building
element
that
is
to
the
east
of
the
cottage,
but
still
lower
than
the
neighboring
homes
in
the
flat
roof
proposal.
In
the
gable
roof
proposal,
the
higher
ridge
at
the
back
of
the
lot
is
similar
in
height
to
the
two
large
homes
that
flank
this
cottage,
fitting
into
the
neighborhood
by
giving
some
substance
to
the
historic
home
with
a
taller
addition
in
the
back.
In
this
way
it
fits
into
the
neighborhood
by
not
being
‘dwarfed’
by
the
neighbors,
and
at
the
same
time
not
being
overwhelmed
by
the
addition.
Section
26.415
–
Historic
Preservation
Section
26.415.070
–
Development
involving
designated
historic
property
or
property
within
a
historic
district.
Section
26.415.070D
Certificate
of
appropriateness
for
major
development
D1.
This
development
meets
all
the
criteria
for
being
a
major
development:
a. it
is
building
a
new
structure
in
the
historic
district
b. it
is
altering
more
than
3
elements
of
the
existing
building
in
the
restoration
work
of
the
Miner’s
cottage
and
proposing
an
addition
to
the
back.
c. it
is
expanding
the
floor
area
by
more
than
250
sq.
ft.
D2.
This
project
does
not
need
any
additional
Land
Use
approvals.
D3.
Please
see
section
26.304
above
for
the
general
application
information.
The
attached
drawings
shall
include
all
listed
drawings
and
requirements,
including
conceptual
materials,
and
3D
renderings
of
the
project.
See
Section
26.410
above
to
see
how
the
project
complies
with
the
residential
design
standards;
see
Section
26.415.110
for
a
detailed
summary
of
the
variances
being
requested.
We
will
comply
with
the
posting
and
mailing
of
public
notices
prior
to
any/all
meetings
to
complete
this
process.
The
applicant
is
prepared
for
both
the
conceptual
and
final
review
by
HPC.
Section
26.415.110
Benefits
Pursuant
to
this
section
of
the
Land
Use
Code,
the
applicant
is
seeking
certain
benefits
being
offered
by
the
City
of
Aspen
to
encourage
good
preservation
practices;
taking
advantage
of
the
preservation
tools
that
were
developed
to
help
owners,
in
response
to
the
tight
historic
preservation
controls
legislated
by
the
City.
This
section
also
states
that
no
affordable
housing
mitigation
shall
be
required
as
a
result
of
the
addition
to
the
historic
resource
on
the
original
lot.
A.
Historic
Landmark
Lot
split
No
lot
split
is
being
requested.
B.
Increased
Density
This
project
is
not
increasing
the
density
on
this
lot;
it
will
remain
a
single-‐family
home.
C1.
Variances
The
applicant
will
seek
2
dimensional
variances;
one
for
the
side
yard
setback
and
the
other
for
the
combined
side
yard
setback.
The
historic
home
was
built
only
14”
from
what
is
now
the
west
property
line.
Since
the
home
is
not
being
P27
IV.A.
802 E. Cooper Avenue, Suite 4 | Aspen, Colorado | 81611 | 970.925.2252
relocated,
but
left
in
it’s
historic
location,
we
are
requesting
a
side
yard
setback
variance
of
3’-‐10”
on
the
west
side.
To
keep
some
distance
between
the
cottage
and
the
proposed
addition,
a
combined
side
yard
setback
is
being
requested
of
8’-‐6
¾”.
This
allows
nearly
ten
feet
of
space
between
the
cottage
and
the
addition;
which
is
also
held
back
behind
the
front
façade
of
the
original
cottage
15’-‐6”.
This
allows
the
cottage
to
be
the
focal
point
for
pedestrians;
allows
a
building
element
that
won’t
overwhelm
the
cottage,
but
will
help
with
the
inflection
to
the
neighboring
homes
as
they
are
both
two
story
buildings
and
in
themselves
make
the
cottage
seem
almost
insignificant
by
towering
over
it.
Please
see
Attachment
3
of
the
Historic
Preservation
Land
Use
Application
and
the
Site
Plan
to
see
the
requested
side
yard
and
combined
side
yard
setback
variances.
These
are
the
only
variances
that
are
being
sought
for
this
application.
The
cottage
will
remain
in
it’s
historic
location,
so
no
further
encroachment
will
take
place
to
the
west;
and
no
further
impact
will
be
felt
by
the
neighbors.
The
new
building
elements
exceed
the
minimum
side
yard
setback
on
the
east
side
of
the
property,
so
that
neighbor
will
not
have
any
undue
hardship
or
encroachment
from
this
proposal.
C2a.
We
feel
that
the
small
variances
from
the
residential
design
standards
is
in
keeping
with
the
pattern
and
characteristics
of
the
historic
district
by
leaving
the
Miner’s
cottage
in
it’s
original
location
on
the
lot,
keeping
a
large
front
yard
to
the
east,
thus
keeping
the
cottage
as
the
focal
or
predominant
feature
of
the
lot
from
the
road.
The
design
is
creating
a
significant,
yet
complimentary
distinction
between
the
historic
and
new
construction.
D.
Parking
We
are
not
seeking
a
parking
variance,
we
are
providing
2
spaces.
E.
Conditional
Uses
We
are
not
seeking
a
conditional
use.
F.
Floor
Area
Bonus:
We
are
asking
that
the
HPC
grant
the
500
sq.
ft.
bonus
to
this
project
for
an
outstanding
effort
in
restoration
of
the
historic
cottage.
1.
Please
consider
the
following:
a) The
Historic
home
and
the
proposed
addition
meet
all
of
the
residential
design
standards
except
the
side
yard
setback,
due
to
it’s
original
location
being
only
14”
from
the
west
side
property
line.
b)
The
Miner’s
Cottage
is
remaining
the
key
element
of
the
property,
staying
in
the
original
location
with
the
addition
being
respectfully
behind
and
offset
from
the
historic
building;
it
appears
to
be
a
separate
building.
The
new
mass
actually
helps
the
cottage
“fit”
into
the
block
better
by
having
some
mass
behind
it,
between
the
two
neighboring
structures
that
are
tall.
c)
Using
photos
and
the
Sanborn
and
Son’s
Maps,
we
are
restoring
what
remains
of
the
original
building
to
it’s
historic
appearance,
even
rebuilding
major
portions
of
the
structure
that
have
been
demolished
or
buried.
The
P28
IV.A.
802 E. Cooper Avenue, Suite 4 | Aspen, Colorado | 81611 | 970.925.2252
applicant
proposes
taking
off
the
addition
of
a
new
roof
and
second
story,
and
the
addition
to
the
east;
replacing
the
original
roof;
repairing
and
restoring
the
front
porch
as
a
single
story
element;
removing
the
added
chimney
mass
that
faces
the
street
and
replace
the
front
windows;
and
replacing
the
small
dormer
on
the
south
side
of
the
main
gable
roof.
d)
The
new
addition
is
reflective
of
the
historic
building’s
proportional
patterns
in
form,
material
and
openings.
The
foremost
element
of
the
addition
has
a
gable
form
that
is
the
same
slope
as
the
main
gable
on
the
cottage,
which
also
faces
Bleeker
Street;
this
gable
shape
has
more
modern
detailing
to
distinguish
it
from
the
original,
with
a
plumb
cut
eave
that
is
flush
with
the
walls.
The
glazing
on
the
main
level
of
the
addition
will
be
screened
with
a
wood
rain
screen
that
is
applied
horizonatally
and
will
be
similar
in
scale
to
the
horizontal
wood
siding
on
the
cottage.
This
screen
will
become
the
railing
around
the
deck
that
is
above
this
single
story
element
that
addresses
the
street.
In
doing
so,
it
also
helps
screen
the
glass
doors
from
the
view
of
pedestrians
who
will
be
looking
at
an
element
that
is
shorter
at
the
façade
closest
to
the
street
and
stepping
back
and
up
as
it
retreats
from
the
street.
This
shorter
element
is
in
respect
to
the
single
story
element
facing
the
street
requirement
in
the
residential
design
standards;
though
it
doesn’t
meet
the
criteria
exactly,
because
it
has
a
deck
above
it,
the
mas
of
the
addition
is
broken
up
significantly
with
this
element.
The
deck
rail
element
also
works
into
the
stepping
up
of
building
elements
as
they
progress
to
the
south
on
the
lot.
The
windows
in
the
addition
are
all
tall
and
narrow
reflecting
the
proportion
of
the
double
hung
windows
of
the
cottage.
The
glazing
in
the
windows
are
broken
up
with
mullions
to
bring
the
scale
down
in
respect
to
the
cottage,
except
on
the
south
side,
where
they
will
not
be
seen
in
connection
with
the
cottage
from
passers-‐by.
e)
The
construction
materials
for
the
renovation
and
the
new
construction
will
be
of
the
highest
quality
available.
f)
The
linking
element
is
set
back
10’-‐0
from
the
west
façade
of
the
original
building
and
1’-‐8”
from
the
east
wall.
It
will
be
mostly
glazing
on
the
east
side,
making
for
a
distinct,
almost
transparent
transition
from
old
to
new.
This
allows
the
addition
to
look
like
a
completely
separate
building.
g)
There
are
no
historic
outbuildings
to
retain
on
this
property.
h)
The
large
trees
on
the
east
and
west
sides
are
being
saved.
One
spruce
tree
that
is
not
healthy
is
being
removed
from
the
north
side
of
the
property
and
a
few
of
the
aspen
trees
along
the
alley
will
be
removed
to
allow
access
to
the
new
garage.
Other
than
this,
there
are
not
notable
historic
site
or
landscape
features
on
the
property.
F2.
As
outlined
above,
we
feel
that
we
are
meeting
all
of
the
criteria
to
be
considered
an
outstanding
renovation
to
earn
the
500
sq.
ft.
bonus.
This
project
will
demonstrate
exemplary
preservation
practices
and
restore
to
the
original
appearance
the
cottage
that
belonged
to
a
well
known
and
loved
family
in
the
community.
The
applicant
has
P29
IV.A.
802 E. Cooper Avenue, Suite 4 | Aspen, Colorado | 81611 | 970.925.2252
gone
to
great
lengths
to
find
old
photos
to
discover
the
original
building
under
all
of
the
years
of
additions
and
neglect.
We
are
offering
two
roof
options
for
this
project;
the
floor
plan
remains
the
same
with
both
options,
so
the
setbacks
and
variance
requests
are
the
same.
The
fenestration
is
also
the
same
on
both
versions;
with
the
exception
of
the
header
height
of
the
windows
in
the
guest
bedroom
on
the
upper
level
being
6”
lower
than
in
the
flat
roof
version.
The
applicant
prefers
the
option
with
the
flat
roof,
the
more
low
profile
lines
of
the
addition
suite
their
taste
and
it
is
much
shorter
than
the
gable
roof
version.
The
horizontal
elements
of
the
addition
with
the
flat
roof,
create
a
subtle,
stepping
rhythm
with
the
deck
railing
then
the
guest
bedroom
roof
and
finally
the
master
bedroom
roof;
all
stepping
back
and
up
as
the
building
progresses
south
on
the
lot.
The
highest
element
of
this
roof
is
below
the
ridge
heights
of
the
gables
on
the
homes
to
both
the
east
and
west;
which
keep
the
addition
in
proportion
to
the
original
cottage,
which
will
be
less
than
17’-‐0”
tall
after
the
restoration
work.
The
upper
roof,
at
the
southern
most
end
of
the
building
is
only
5’-‐4”
above
the
ridge
of
the
restored
cottage
and
almost
three
lower
than
the
height
limit.
The
gable
version
is
10’-‐6”
taller,
at
the
high
point
of
the
ridge
that
runs
east/west
at
southern
end
of
the
home,
than
the
cottage.
This
gable
is
more
in
line
with
the
two
homes
on
either
side
of
the
property,
but
appears
to
be
looming
up
behind
the
cottage.
In
an
effort
to
keep
the
ridge
of
the
addition
lower,
the
plate
ht.
of
the
two
gables
of
the
addition
are
under
8’-‐0”.
To
put
the
project
in
context
with
other
buildings
on
the
block,
and
to
show
how
the
flat
roof
version
will
fit
in
with
the
neighborhood,
let’s
look
at
other
homes
in
this
block
and
the
adjacent
blocks.
1.
Directly
to
the
south
of
this
property,
across
the
alley;
an
addition
to
the
rear
of
the
small
cottage
on
Main
street
has
a
flat
roof.
This
was
approved
by
the
HPC
in
the
past
year.
(Salon
Tulio).
2.
The
proposed
hotel
on
the
south/east
corner
of
the
block
has
a
flat
roof.
3.
In
the
next
block
to
the
west,
there
is
a
building
with
a
flat
roof
on
the
north/east
corner.
4.
The
project
one
block
to
the
east,
approved
by
the
HPC
in
the
past
6
months
also
has
a
flat
and
slightly
sloping
roof
on
the
addition
to
the
rear
of
a
miner’s
cottage.
5.
The
Christiania
hotel
on
Main
Street,
across
the
alley
from
the
south
of
the
proposed
project
is
a
very
shallow
slope.
6.
The
project
recently
approved
by
the
HPC,
one
more
block
to
the
east,
though
not
a
historic
building,
but
in
the
historic
district
and
this
neighborhood,
also
has
a
flat
roof.
It
is
the
opinion
of
the
applicant
that
this
neighborhood
has
a
nice
mix
of
both
flat
roofs
and
gable
roofs
throughout.
This
neighborhood
is
the
transition
from
the
commercial
to
residential
with
both
flat
and
sloping
roofs.
The
proposed
project
at
209
E.
Bleeker,
is
in
the
middle
of
the
block,
nestled
between
two
large
homes.
The
shorter,
flat
roof
version
of
our
addition
fits
in
this
neighborhood
of
transition.
P30
IV.A.
802 E. Cooper Avenue, Suite 4 | Aspen, Colorado | 81611 | 970.925.2252
G.
Exemption
from
GMQS
requirements.
Please
see
below
for
response
to
Section
26.470.060.1.
H.
Waiver
of
Impact
Fees.
As
offered
by
the
HPC
as
an
incentive/reward
for
good
preservation
practices,
we
would
like
the
fees
outlined
in
Section
26.610.100,
the
Parks
Development
Fee
and
the
TDM/Air
Quality
Fee
to
be
waived
for
the
new
home
pursuant
to
Section
26.600.030,
Exemptions
for
homes
on
the
Aspen
Inventory
of
Historic
Landmarked
Sites
and
Structures.
We
are
not
seeking
any
further
fee
waivers.
O.
Building
codes.
The
International
Building
Code
(IBC)
provides
for
flexibility
in
its
application
to
historic
structures.
In
addition
to
the
IBC,
the
City
has
adopted
the
International
Existing
Building
Code
(IEBC)
to
assist
owners
in
making
repairs
in
a
manner
that
minimizes
intrusion
into
the
historic
structure.
We
are
asking
for
this
code
to
be
available
to
us
as
we
get
into
the
renovation
and
addition
to
the
cottage.
Section
26.470.060.1
–
GMQS;
Single
family
development
on
historic
landmark
properties.
This
property
contains
a
single
family,
historic
resource
that
is
being
rehabilitated
to
it’s
original
appearance,
with
an
addition
to
the
rear
and
east;
thus
meeting
the
criteria
for
no
requirement
to
provide
affordable
housing.
Section
26.515
Off-‐Street
Parking
Section
26.515.030
requires
two
off-‐street
parking
spaces
per
dwelling
unit.
The
new
home
will
have
a
two
car
garage.
This
garage
will
meet
the
dimensional
requirements
of
8’-‐6”
x
18’-‐0”
and
be
9’-‐0.
The
garage
is
located
on
the
alley.
Section
26.575.020
–
Calculations
and
Measurements.
Please
see
attached
Floor
Area
Ratio
Calculations.
These
calculations
were
made
in
accordance
with
the
regulations
and
rules
of
this
section
and
Section
26.710.040
R-‐6
medium
Density
Zone
District.
The
Floor
Area
for
this
parcel
is
3240
sq.
ft.
for
a
single
family
home
on
a
6000
sq.
ft.
lot,
plus
the
requested
floor
area
bonus
of
500
sq.
ft.
=
3740
sq.
ft.
of
allowable
FAR;
if
the
bonus
is
granted.
The
current
measurements
and
calculations
per
this
section
have
been
used
in
the
calculation
of
floor
area
for
the
building,
including
the
subgrade
space.
The
Site
Plan
addresses
the
front,
rear
and
side
yard
setbacks.
The
elevations
show
compliance
with
the
height
limitations
as
described
herein.
Please
see
attached
drawings
for
the
FAR
Calculations,
Site
plan
and
Exterior
Building
Elevations.
The
changes
to
the
existing
building
and
all
new
construction
comply
with
the
definitions,
requirements
and
limitations
as
outlined
in
this
section.
Section
26.600
–
Impact
Fees
P31
IV.A.
802 E. Cooper Avenue, Suite 4 | Aspen, Colorado | 81611 | 970.925.2252
Section
26.600.030
Exemptions.
The
Miner’s
cottage,
being
listed
on
the
Inventory
of
Historic
Sites
and
structures
is
exempt
from
the
Parks
and
TDM
fees.
This
includes
the
addition
to
the
historic
structure.
Section
26.710
–
R-‐6
Zone
District;
Medium
Density
Please
see
the
Application
form,
dimensional
requirements
for
a
summary
of
the
dimensional
requirements
or
allowances
and
the
proposed
measurements.
Please
see
the
attached
Site
Plan,
for
compliance
with
most
of
the
setbacks.
There
is
a
side
yard
setback
and
combined
side
yard
setback
variance
being
requested.
Please
see
Attached
Floor
Area
Calculations
that
demonstrate
that
this
project
is
in
compliance
with
the
FAR
regulations
for
R-‐6.
In
Summary,
the
proposed
development
of
this
property,
including
renovating
and
putting
an
addition
on
the
historic
resource,
comply
with
all
requirements,
allowances,
limitations
and
restrictions
as
outlined
in
Title
26
of
the
Land
Use
Code
as
described
above.
This
includes
the
request
for
small
side
yard
setback
and
combined
side
yard
setback
variance
and
benefits
as
offered
by
the
City
and
the
Historic
Preservation
Commission
to
projects
that
are
demonstrating
excellence
in
preservation
and
restoration
efforts
to
save
our
historic
resources
and
the
heritage
of
Aspen.
We
feel
that
this
project
meets
all
of
the
criteria
and
design
standard
intentions
to
be
an
outstanding
Historic
Preservation
and
Restoration
project.
Thank
you
for
your
time
and
consideration
of
this
project.
We
look
forward
to
working
with
the
HPC
on
this
renovation/addition.
Sincerely,
Kim
Raymond,
Principal
Kim
Raymond
Architects,
Inc
P32
IV.A.
P33
IV.A.
Scale:
ISSUE
A 0.0
9/16/15Plotted On:T
I
T
T
L
E
/
C
O
V
E
R
S
H
E
E
T
ALL DESIGNS, IDEAS ARRANGEMENTS AND PLANSI N D I C AT E D B Y T H E S E D R A W I N G S A N DSPECIFICATIONS ARE THE PROPERTY ANDCOPYRIGHT OF KIM RAYMOND ARCHITECTS, INC.AND SHALL NEITHER BE USED ON ANY OTHER WORKNOR BE USED BY ANY OTHER PERSON FOR ANY USEWHATSOEVER WITHOUT WRITTEN PERMISSION.WRITTEN DIMENSIONS SHALL TAKE PRECEDENCEOVER SCALED DIMENSIONS AND SHALL BE VERIFIEDAT THE SITE. ANY DIMENSIONAL DISCREPANCYSHALL BE BROUGHT TO THE ATTENTION OF THEARCHITECT PRIOR TO COMMENCEMENT OF WORK.
IF THE ABOVE DIMENSION DOES
NOT MEASURE ONE INCH (1")
EXACTLY, THIS DRAWING WILL HAVEBEEN ENLARGED OR REDUCED,AFFECTING ALL LABELED SCALES.
1" ACTUAL
AS NOTED
DATE
SCHEMATIC DESIGN04/15/15
2
0
9
E
.
B
L
E
E
K
E
R
S
T
R
E
E
T
"
H
A
Y
E
S
H
O
U
S
E
"
A
S
P
E
N
C
O
8
1
6
1
1
OWNER:
ARCHITECT:
GENERAL CONTRACTOR:
STRUCTURAL ENGINEER:
MECHANICAL ENGINEER:
CIVIL ENGINEER:
0103
02
04
V
I
C
I
N
I
T
Y
M
A
P
2
0
9
E
A
S
T
B
L
E
E
K
E
R
7/20/15
A
S
P
E
N
,
C
O
PARCEL ID: 273707320002
Subdivision: CITY AND TOWNSITE OF ASPEN Block: 73 Lot: C & D
1A7.1
LOCATION
1
A4.1
1
A5.1
PARCEL ID NUMBER:
ZONING:
SITE AREA:
BLDG USE:
OCC. GROUP:
CONST. TYPE:
CLIMATE ZONE:
FIRE SPRINKLERS:
LEGAL DESC'N:
273707320002
R6-Medium Density Residential
6000 sq ft
Residential
####
####
####
####
209 E. BLEEKER STREET
"HAYES HOUSE"
ABBREVIATIONS
MATERIAL LEGEND
VICINITY MAP
SHEET INDEXPROJECT TEAMAPPLICABLE CODES PROJECT DATA
ARCHITECTURAL DRAWINGS
A 0.0 GENERAL INFORMATION
A 0.1 SURVEY
A 1.0 SITE PLAN - PROPOSED
A 1.1 NEIGHBORHOOD
A 1.2 FAR CALCULATIONS - EXISTING
A 1.3 FAR CALCULATIONS - PROPOSED
A 1.4 FAR CALCULATIONS - PROPOSED ELEVATIONS
A 2.0 EXISTING FLOOR PLANS
A 2.1 EXISTING ELEVATIONS
A 2.2 DEMO CALCS
A 3.1 LOWER LEVEL FLOOR PLAN
A 3.2 MAIN LEVEL FLOOR PLAN
A 3.3 UPPER LEVEL FLOOR & ROOF PLAN
A 3.4 ROOF PLAN
A 4.1 NORTH AND SOUTH ELEVATIONS
A 4.2 EAST ELEVATIONS
A 4.3 WEST ELEVATIONS
A 5.1 SECTION
A 5.2 SECTION
A 9.0 3D RENDERS
ALL CODES REFERENCED ARE TO BE USED AS AMENDED
BY THE STATE OF COLORADO AND LOCAL JURISDICTION.
FAR (FLOOR AREA RATIO)
1. THESE DRAWINGS AND ANY ACCOMPANYING SPECIFICATIONS, AS
INSTRUMENTS OF SERVICE, ARE THE SOLE PROPERTY OF THE ARCHITECT
REGARDLESS OF WHETHER THE PROJECT FOR WHICH THEY WERE
PRODUCED IS CONSTRUCTED OR NOT. THESE DOCUMENTS ARE NOT TO
BE REUSED OR REPRODUCED IN ANY FORM OUTSIDE OF THE PROJECT
CONTRACT WITHOUT WRITTEN AUTHORIZATION FROM THE ARCHITECT.
2. THE CONTRACTOR SHALL BE RESPONSIBLE TO INSURE THAT
CONSTRUCTION CONFORMS TO ALL FEDERAL, STATE, LOCAL AND
RELATED CODES AND PRACTICES. SKILLED AND QUALIFIED WORKMEN IN
THEIR ASSOCIATED TRADES SHALL PERFORM ALL WORK AT THE HIGHEST
STANDARD OF CRAFTSMANSHIP.
3. THE ARCHITECT WILL PROVIDE DETAILS AND/OR DIRECTION FOR
DESIGN INTENT WHERE IT IS NEGLECTED IN THE DOCUMENTS OR
ALTERED BY EXISTING CONDITIONS.
4. THE CONTRACTOR SHALL VERIFY ALL DIMENSIONS AND CONDITIONS
DEPICTED IN THESE DOCUMENTS AND SHALL NOTIFY THE ARCHITECT OF
ANY DISCREPANCIES, OMISSIONS, AND/OR CONFLICTS PRIOR TO
PROCEEDING WITH THE WORK. ALL DIMENSIONS ON STRUCTURAL
DRAWINGS SHALL BE CHECKED AGAINST ARCHITECTURAL DRAWINGS.
NOTIFY THE ARCHITECT AND ENGINEER OF ANY DISCREPANCIES PRIOR TO
PROCEEDING WITH THE WORK.
5. DO NOT SCALE DRAWINGS. THE DIMENSIONS SHALL TAKE
PRECEDENCE OVER SCALED DRAWINGS.
6. THE CONTRACTOR SHALL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR PROVIDING ALL
TRADES UNDER THEIR AUTHORITY WITH DRAWINGS AND/OR
SPECIFICATIONS.
7. THE OWNER AND/OR ARCHITECT SHALL APPROVE ANY “EQUAL”
MATERIALS, EQUIPMENT, FIXTURES, ETC. PRESENTED BY THE
CONTRACTOR. THE CONTRACTOR SHALL SUPPLY THE ARCHITECT AND/OR
OWNER WITH SAMPLES OF ALL FINISH MATERIALS AND SHALL NOT
PROCEED WITH INSTALLATION UNTIL THE ARCHITECT AND/OR OWNER
ISSUES AN APPROVAL. ALL WORK MUST CONFORM TO THE APPROVED
SAMPLE. THE CONTRACTOR SHALL FORWARD ALL REQUIRED SUBMITTALS
AND VERIFICATIONS TO THE ARCHITECT WITH ADEQUATE TIME FOR
REVIEW AS NOT TO DELAY THE WORK IN PROGRESS.
8. IF REQUIRED, THE CONTRACTOR SHALL PROVIDE THE BUILDING
DEPARTMENT WITH A CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT PLAN PRIOR TO
OBTAINING A BUILDING PERMIT.
9. THE CONTRACTOR SHALL SUBMIT SHOP DRAWINGS TO THE ARCHITECT
FOR WINDOWS, DOORS, CASEWORK, METAL DETAILING, STAIRS,
FIREPLACE, AND ANY OTHER WORK NOTED IN THE DOCUMENTS.
FABRICATION SHALL NOT PROCEED ON ANY OF THESE ITEMS UNTIL THE
CONTRACTOR RECEIVES APPROVED SHOP DRAWINGS FROM THE
ARCHITECT. ALL WORK SHALL CONFORM TO THE APPROVED SHOP
DRAWINGS.
10. THE DESIGN, ADEQUACY, AND SAFETY OF ERECTION BRACING,
TEMPORARY SUPPORTS, SHORING, ETC. SHALL BE THE SOLE
RESPONSIBILITY OF THE CONTRACTOR AND HAS NOT BEEN CONSIDERED
BY THE ARCHITECT OR ENGINEER. THE CONTRACTOR IS RESPONSIBLE
FOR THE STABILITY OF THE STRUCTURE THROUGHOUT THE DURATION OF
CONSTRUCTION AND SHALL CONFORM TO ALL FEDERAL, STATE, AND
LOCAL O.S.H.A. REGULATIONS. THE CONTRACTOR SHALL BE
RESPONSIBLE FOR THE SAFETY AND CARE OF NEIGHBORING PROPERTIES
UNTIL THE PROJECT IS COMPLETED.
11. THE CONTRACTOR SHALL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR REQUESTING
BUILDING INSPECTIONS AS APPLICABLE TO THE INTERNATIONAL
BUILDING / RESIDENTIAL CODE AND LOCAL ORDINANCES.
12. THE CONTRACTOR SHALL COORDINATE ALL OPENINGS THROUGH
WALLS, FLOORS, AND CEILINGS WITH THE ARCHITECTURAL, STRUCTURAL,
MECHANICAL, PLUMBING, ELECTRICAL, AND LIGHTING DRAWINGS. REFERTO THE STRUCTURAL ENGINEER FOR ALLOWABLE OPENING SIZES /
REQUIREMENTS IN STRUCTURAL MEMBERS.
13. THE CONTRACTOR WILL BE ACCOUNTABLE FOR THE STONE MASON’S
TAKE-OFFS AND WILL ASSUME THE RESPONSIBILITY OF COORDINATING
ANY ITEMS THAT REQUIRE CLARIFICATION DURING THE BIDDING
PROCESS.
14. THE ARCHITECT WILL VERIFY IN FIELD ALL LIGHTING FIXTURES,
SWITCHES, MECHANICAL GRILLES, REGISTERS, AND THERMOSTAT
LOCATIONS PRIOR TO INSTALLATION. THE CONTRACTOR SHALL ROUGH-IN
LIGHTING FIXTURES AND ILLUSTRATE SWITCH, REGISTER, AND GRILLE
LOCATIONS PRIOR TO THE ARCHITECT WALK-THROUGH.
15. ALL EXTERIOR PENETRATIONS SUCH AS GRILLES, BOILER FLAPS, ETC.
TO BE COPPER OR ENCLOSED BY COPPER FITTINGS.
- 2009 INTERNATIONAL RESIDENTIAL CODE
- 2006 INTERNATIONAL BUILDING CODE
- 2009 INTERNATIONAL ENERGY CONSERVATION CODE
- PITKIN COUNTY LAND USE CODE
- PITKIN COUNTY BUILDING AND CONSTRUCTION CODE
- PITKIN COUNTY PROPERTY RESOLUTIONS OFFICE PHONE:
CONTACT:
KIM RAYMOND ARCHITECTS, INC.
0133 Prospector Rd. Unit 4102X
Aspen, CO 81611
970.925.2252
KIM RAYMOND / kim@krai.us
LIVABLE
LOWER LEVEL: 131 sf.
MAIN LEVEL: 2130 sf.
UPPER LEVEL: 1340 sf.
SUBTOTAL: 3609 sf.
DECK
MAIN LEVEL 708 sf.
UPPER LEVEL 163 sf.
SUBTOTAL 871 sf.
GARAGE
MAIN LEVEL: 122.5 sf.
122.5 sf.
TOTAL: 3731.5 sf.
*REFER TO ARCHITECTURAL DOCUMENTS
A1.3 FOR THE FAR GRAPHIC ILLUSTRATION.
JST.JOIST
VINYL COMPOSITION TILEVCT
YARD
WROUGHT IRON
WOOD
WITHOUT
WITH
WEIGHT
WEATHER PROOF
WAINSCOT
WINDOW
WATER CLOSET
VERTICAL
VOLT AMPERE
VERIFY IN FIELD
VAPOR BARRIER
URINAL
UNFINISHED
TYPICAL
TRANSFORMER
TOILET
THROUGH
THICK
THREADED
THRESHOLD
TELEPHONE
TELEVISION OUTLET
TUBE STEEL
TOP OF WALL
TOP OF SLAB
TOP OF MASONRY
TOP OF JOIST
TOP OF FOOTING
TOP OF CURB
TOP OF BEAM
TOP OF
TELEPHONE MOUNTING BOARD
THROUGH BOLT
TONGUE AND GROOVE
SYSTEM
SYMMETRICAL
SWITCH
SUSPENDED
STEEL
STANDARD
SOUND TRANSMISSION CLASS
SQUARE INCHES
SQUARE FEET
SPEAKER
SPECIFICATIONS
SPACE
SIMILAR
SHEATHING
SHEET
SERVICE ENTRANCE SECTION
SECTION
SCHEDULE
SELF CLOSING
STAINLESS STEEL
SKYLIGHT
SHUT OFF VALVE
SMOKE DETECTOR
SOLID CORE
REMOVE
ROOM
REVISION
RETURN
REQUIRED
REINFORCED
REFERENCE
REFRIGERATOR
RIGHT OF WAY
ROUGH OPENING
ROOF DRAIN OVERFLOW
ROOF DRAIN LEADER
RADIUS
QUANTITY
QUARRY TILE
POWER
POLYVINYLCLORIDE
PARTITION
POUNDS PER SQUARE INCH
POUNDS PER SQUARE FOOT
PREFABRICATED
PERFORATED
PORCELAIN
PLYWOOD
PLUMBING
PLASTIC
PLATE
PLASTER
PHASE
PERPENDICULAR
POINT OF CONNECTION
PLASTIC LAMINATE
PROPERTY LINE
PRECAST CONCRETE
OPPOSITE
OPENING
OVER HEAD
OUTSIDE AIR INTAKE
OUTSIDE RADIUS
ORNAMENTAL IRON
OVER HANG
OUTSIDE DIAMETER
ON CENTER
NOMINAL
NUMBER
NAILER
NOT FOR CONSTRUCTION
NON-CORROSIVE METAL
NOT TO SCALE
NOT IN CONTRACT
MULLION
METAL
MODULAR
MISCELLANEOUS
MINIMUM
MANUFACTURER
MANUFACTURING
MEDIUM
MECHANICAL
MAXIMUM
MATERIAL
MASONRY
MARBLE
MASONRY OPENING
MALLEABLE IRON
MANHOLE
MACHINE BOLT
LAMINATED VENEER LUMBER
LIGHTING
LIGHT
LINOLEUM
LINEAR
LEAD
LAVATORY
LATERAL
LAMINATE
LINEAR FEET
LIGHT EMITTING DIODE
KNOCK OUT
KILN DRIED
KNOCK DOWN
JOINT
JUNCTION
JUNCTION BOX
INTERIOR
INSULATION
INCLUDE, INCLUSIVE
IMPREGNATED
INTERMEDIATE METALLIC CONDUIT
ISOLATED GROUND
IDENTIFICATION
INSIDE FACE
INSIDE DIAMETER
INTERCOM OUTLET
HYDRAULIC
HOT WATER
HEATING, VENTILATING & AIR CONDITIONING
HEATER
HORIZONTAL
HEIGHT
HARDWARE
HARDBOARD
HANDICAPPED
HOLLOW METAL
HOLLOW CORE
HOSE BIBB
GYPSUM BOARD
GYPSUM
GALVANIZED RIGID TUBING
GATE VALVE
GRADE MARK
GLUE LAMINATED BEAM
GLASS
GROUND FAULT INTERRUPTER
GROUND FAULT CIRCUIT INTERRUPTER
GARAGE
GALVANIZED
GAUGE
GALVANIZED IRON
FURNISH
FOOTING
FIRE PROOF
FLUORESCENT
FLOORING
FLOOR
FINISH
FIRE HOSE CABINET
FOUNDATION
FIRE DEPARTMENT CONNECTION
FIRE ALARM CONTROL PANEL
FABRICATE
FIBERGLASS
FLOOR SINK
FACE OF
FIELD NAILING
FIRE EXTINGUISHER
FLOOR DRAIN
FLOOR CLEAN OUT
FAN COIL
FIRE ALARM
EXTERIOR
EXISTING
EXHAUST
EXCAVATE
ELECTRIC DRINKING COOLER
EVAPORATIVE COOLER
ESTIMATE
EQUIPMENT
EQUAL
ELECTRICAL NON-METALLIC TUBING
ELECTRICAL METALLIC TUBING
ELECTRICAL METALLIC CONDUIT
ELEVATOR
"ELECTRIC, ELECTRICAL"
ELEVATION
EACH
EACH WAY
END NAILING
EXPANSION JOINT
EXHAUST FAN
EXPANSION ANCHOR
DOOR
DOWN
DEAD LOAD
DIMENSION
DIAGONAL
DIAMETER
DEMOLITION
DOUBLE
DISHWASHER
DOWN SPOUT
DECOMPOSED GRANITE
DRINKING FOUNTAIN
PENNY
COPPER
CONTRACTOR
CONTINUOUS
CONSTRUCTION
CONCRETE
COMBINATION
COLUMN
CENTERED
CONCRETE MASONRY UNIT
CLEAR
CLOSET
CAULKING
CEILING
CENTERLINE
CIRCUIT BREAKER
CHANNEL
CUBIC FEET PER MINUTE
CERAMIC
CEMENT
CLOSED CIRCUIT TELEVISION
CAMBER
CABINET
CERAMIC TILE
CLEAN OUT
CONTROL JOINT
CAST IN PLACE
CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTS
CONCRETE ASBESTOS PIPE
BRONZE
BEARING
BRASS
BEAM
BLOCKING
BLOCK
BUILDING
BOARD
BACK OF CURB
BUILT UP
BOTTOM OF FOOTING
BOTTOM OF
BOUNDARY NAILING
BENCH MARK
ANGLE
AMERICAN WIRE GAUGE
AVERAGE
ASPHALT
ANNEALED
ALTERNATE
ALUMINUM
AIR HANDLER UNIT
ABOVE GRADE
ADDITION or ADDENDUM
ACOUSTICAL CEILING TILE
ACOUSTIC
ASBESTOS-CEMENT BOARD
ABOVE
ACRYLONITRILE-BUTADIENE-STYRENE
AGGREGATE BASE COURSE
AIR CONDITIONING
ABOVE FINISHED GRADE
ABOVE FINISHED FLOOR
ANCHOR BOLT
AMPERES
YD.
W.I.
WD.
W/O
W/
WT.
WP
WCT
WDW
WC
VERT.
VA
V.I.F.
V.B.
UR
UNF.
TYP.
TRANS.
TLT.
THRU
THK.
THD.
TH.
TEL.
T.V.
T.S.
T.O.W.
T.O.S.
T.O.M.
T.O.J.
T.O.F.
T.O.C.
T.O.B.
T.O.
T.M.B.
T.B.
T & G
SYS.
SYM
SW
SUSP.
STL.
STD.
STC
SQ. IN.
SQ. FT.
SPKR.
SPECS
SPA.
SIM.
SHT'G.
SH
SES
SECT.
SCHED.
SC
S/S
S/L
S.O.V.
S.D.
S.C.
RMV.
RM
REV.
RET.
REQ'D.
REINF.
REF.
REF
R.O.W. or R/W
R.O.
R.D.O.
R.D.L.
R
QTY.
Q.T.
PWR.
PVC
PTN.
PSI
PSF
PREFAB.
PERF.
PORC.
PLYWD.
PLUMB.
PLAS.
PLT.
PL.
PH or Ø
PERP. or
P.O.C.
P.LAM.
P.L.
P.C.
OPPO.
OPNG.
OH
OAI
O.R.
O.I.
O.H.
O.D.
O.C.
NOM.
NO.
NLR.
NFC
NCM
N.T.S.
N.I.C.
MUL
MTL.
MOD
MISC.
MIN.
MFR.
MFG.
MED.
MECH.
MAX.
MAT'L
MAS.
MAR.
M.O.
M.I.
M.H.
M.B.
LVL
LTG.
LT.
LINO.
LIN.
LD.
LAV
LAT.
LAM
L.FT.
L.E.D.
KO
KD
K-D
JT.
JCT
J-BOX
INT.
INSUL.
INCL.
IMPG
IMC
IG
ID
I.F.
I.D.
I.C.
HYD.
HW
HVAC
HTR
HOR.
HGT.
HDW
HDBD.
H/C
H.M.
H.C.
H.B.
GYP. BD.
GYP.
GRC
GM
GM
GLB
GL
GFI
GFCI
GAR.
GALV.
GA.
G.I.
FURN.
FTG.
FP
FLUOR.
FLG.
FL
FIN.
FHC
FDN.
FDC
FACP
FAB.
F/G
F.S.
F.O.
F.N.
F.E.
F.D.
F.C.O.
F.C.
F.A.
EXT.
EXIST. or E
EXH.
EXC
EWC
EVAP.
EST.
EQUIP.
EQ.
ENT
EMT
EMC
ELEV.
ELECT.
EL
EA.
E.W.
E.N.
E.J.
E.F.
E.A.
DR
DN.
DL
DIM.
DIAG.
DIA. or Ø
DEMO
DBL.
D/W
D.S.
D.G.
D.F.
d
CU
CONTR.
CONT.
CONST.
CONC.
COMB.
COL.
CNTRD.
CMU
CLR.
CLO.
CLKG.
CLG.
CL or C.L.
CKT. BKR.
CH
CFM
CER
CEM.
CCTV
CAM.
CAB
C.T.
C.O.
C.J.
C.I.P.
C.D.
C.A.P.
BRZ
BRG.
BR
BM.
BLKG.
BLK.
BLDG
BD.
B/C
B.U.
B.O.F.
B.O.
B.N.
B.M.
AWG
AVG
ASPH.
ANL
ALT.
AL. or ALUM.
AHU
AG
ADD.
ACT
ACOU.
ACB
ABV.
ABS
ABC
A/C
A.F.G.
A.F.F.
A.B.
A
SLOPE TO DRAINS.T.D.
GENERAL NOTES
FINISH WOOD
WOOD STUD
BLOCKING
STEEL
STEEL STUD
FRAMED WALL
BATT INSULATION
OR
PLYWOOD
PLYWOOD
OR
GLU-LAM
CONCRETE
STONE
CMU
SAND
GRAVEL
GWB
COMPACTED SOIL
SPRAY-FOAM INSULATION
RIGID INSULATION
GRID LINE
BREAK LINE
MATCH LINE
REVISION
A9.1
ELEVATION MARKER
SECTION MARKER
DETAIL CUT
DETAIL
1
A6.1
ELEVATION
100
A
ROOM NAME
101
INTERIOR ELEVATION MARKER
ELEVATION NUMBER
SHEET NUMBER
SECTION NUMBER
SHEET NUMBER
DETAIL NUMBER
SHEET NUMBER
SPOT ELEVATION
DOOR MARK
WINDOW MARK
ROOM NAME AND NUMBER
ELEVATION NUMBER
SHEET NUMBER
SYMBOL LEGEND
LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE
LA 1.0
STRUCTURAL
SV 1.1
ELECTRICAL
E 1.1 ####
LIGHTING
L1.1
Subdivision: CITY AND TOWNSITE OF ASPEN
Block: 73 Lot: C & D
P
3
4
I
V
.
A
.
Scale:
ISSUE
A 1.0
9/16/15Plotted On:S
I
T
E
P
L
A
N
ALL DESIGNS, IDEAS ARRANGEMENTS AND PLANSI N D I C AT E D B Y T H E S E D R A W I N G S A N DSPECIFICATIONS ARE THE PROPERTY ANDCOPYRIGHT OF KIM RAYMOND ARCHITECTS, INC.AND SHALL NEITHER BE USED ON ANY OTHER WORKNOR BE USED BY ANY OTHER PERSON FOR ANY USEWHATSOEVER WITHOUT WRITTEN PERMISSION.WRITTEN DIMENSIONS SHALL TAKE PRECEDENCEOVER SCALED DIMENSIONS AND SHALL BE VERIFIEDAT THE SITE. ANY DIMENSIONAL DISCREPANCYSHALL BE BROUGHT TO THE ATTENTION OF THEARCHITECT PRIOR TO COMMENCEMENT OF WORK.
IF THE ABOVE DIMENSION DOES
NOT MEASURE ONE INCH (1")
EXACTLY, THIS DRAWING WILL HAVEBEEN ENLARGED OR REDUCED,AFFECTING ALL LABELED SCALES.
1" ACTUAL
AS NOTED
DATE
SCHEMATIC DESIGN04/15/15
2
0
9
E
.
B
L
E
E
K
E
R
S
T
R
E
E
T
"
H
A
Y
E
S
H
O
U
S
E
"
A
S
P
E
N
C
O
8
1
6
1
1
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
1
0
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
A A
B B
C C
D D
5
5
3
3
2
2
1
1
4
4
F
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
5'-0"7'-5 5/16"
1
'
-
2
3
/
8
"
5
'
-
3
1
/
4
"
2
7
'
-
9
5
/
1
6
"
9
'
-
1
0
1
/
1
6
"
18'-2 1/4"
12'-1 3/16"
5'-0"16'-7 5/8"
02
PROPOSED 2-EAST
04
PROPOSED-WEST
01
PROPOSED-NORTH
03
PROPOSED-SOUTH
05
PROPOSED-PARTIAL WEST
NEW GATESTEP DOWN
2 STEPS UP
TO ENTRY PORCH
EXISTING STONE SITE
WALL TO REMAIN
EXISTING WEST SETBACK
(TO REMAIN)
EXISTING TREES TO
REMAIN
EXISTING TREES TO
REMAIN
ENTRY
PORCH
MUD RM
FAMILY ROOM
KITCHEN
POWDER
DNUP
BATH
BEDROOM 1
HO
O
K
S
A
N
D
B
E
N
C
H
FIREPLACE TV
DINING
GLASS FLOOR
PANTRY
GR
I
L
L
A
N
D
C
A
B
I
N
E
T
S
LI
N
E
O
F
E
X
T
E
R
I
O
R
W
A
L
L
AB
O
V
E
PROPERTY LINE
PROPERTY LINE
2 CAR
GARAGE
STONE
PATIO
PANTRY
ICE
MAKER
UC
WINE
FRIG
36" CABINET
BAR
SINK
FRIG
DRAWER
MICRO
WAVE
DRAWER
DISH
WASHER
FIREPIT
STONE
PATIO
GARDENS
mi
n
6
b
u
r
n
e
r
s
w
o
v
e
n
b
e
l
o
w
subzero 648PROG frig
pot filler
APPLIANCE GARAGE
TRASH
RECYCLE
Basketball
court
built in
coffee maker
DESK
HOT
COLD
FILTERED
STORAGE
CABS
DOG
WASH
DOG CAB:
FAUCET, FOOD
UNDER COUNTER
WATER FEATURE ON WALL
BUILT-IN NOOK/BENCH
BOOK SHELVES
STONE WOOD
STONE WOOD
LINE OF ROOF OVERHANG PROVIDE HEATER UNDER ROOF
PROVIDE HEATER UNDER ROOF
CEILING HT 9'-0"CEILING HT 8'-10"
CEILING HT 8'-10"
DRESSER
"C
U
B
B
I
E
S
"
MU
D
R
O
O
M
ST
O
R
A
G
E
RIDGE
VAULTED CEILING
7895
7895
7
8
9
678
9
7
7
8
9
6
7896
7
8
9
6
WINDOW
WELL
WINDOW
WELL
WINDOW
WELL
B
L
E
E
K
E
R
S
T
R
E
E
T
ARCHITECTURAL 100'-0" =
SITE 7896'-6"
ARCH 98'-11 1/2"
SITE 7895'- 5 1/2"
CUBBIES
T.O. PLYWD. 100'-0"
T.O. FINISHED FLOOR 100'-3
PROPERTY LINE
P
R
O
P
E
R
T
Y
L
I
N
E
N
06PROPOSED-PARTIAL EAST
3
3
CONCRETE WALK
1 1
SCALE: 1/4" = 1'-0"
1 SITE PLAN
A 1.0
P
3
5
I
V
.
A
.
Scale:
ISSUE
A 1.1
9/16/15Plotted On:N
E
I
G
H
B
O
R
H
O
O
D
ALL DESIGNS, IDEAS ARRANGEMENTS AND PLANSI N D I C AT E D B Y T H E S E D R A W I N G S A N DSPECIFICATIONS ARE THE PROPERTY ANDCOPYRIGHT OF KIM RAYMOND ARCHITECTS, INC.AND SHALL NEITHER BE USED ON ANY OTHER WORKNOR BE USED BY ANY OTHER PERSON FOR ANY USEWHATSOEVER WITHOUT WRITTEN PERMISSION.WRITTEN DIMENSIONS SHALL TAKE PRECEDENCEOVER SCALED DIMENSIONS AND SHALL BE VERIFIEDAT THE SITE. ANY DIMENSIONAL DISCREPANCYSHALL BE BROUGHT TO THE ATTENTION OF THEARCHITECT PRIOR TO COMMENCEMENT OF WORK.
IF THE ABOVE DIMENSION DOES
NOT MEASURE ONE INCH (1")
EXACTLY, THIS DRAWING WILL HAVEBEEN ENLARGED OR REDUCED,AFFECTING ALL LABELED SCALES.
1" ACTUAL
AS NOTED
DATE
SCHEMATIC DESIGN04/15/15
2
0
9
E
.
B
L
E
E
K
E
R
S
T
R
E
E
T
"
H
A
Y
E
S
H
O
U
S
E
"
A
S
P
E
N
C
O
8
1
6
1
1
V
I
C
I
N
I
T
Y
M
A
P
2
0
9
E
A
S
T
B
L
E
E
K
E
R
7/20/15
A
S
P
E
N
,
C
O
PARCEL ID: 273707320002
Subdivision: CITY AND TOWNSITE OF ASPEN Block: 73 Lot: C & D
2
1. E. BLEEKER ST. & MONARCH ST.
2. E. BLEEKER ST. & MONARCH ST.
3
1
3. E. BLEEKER ST. & MONARCH ST.
4. E. BLEEKER ST. & MONARCH ST.
4
10. E. BLEEKER ST. & N. ASPEN ST.
9. E. BLEEKER ST. & N. ASPEN ST.
8. E. BLEEKER ST. & N. ASPEN ST.
7. E. BLEEKER ST. & N. ASPEN ST.5. E. BLEEKER ST.6. E. BLEEKER ST.7. E. BLEEKER ST.
5678
9 10 11
10. E. BLEEKER ST.11. E. BLEEKER ST.
12. 209 E. BLEEKER ST.
12
P
3
6
I
V
.
A
.
Scale:
ISSUE
A 1.2
9/16/15Plotted On:E
X
I
S
T
I
N
G
F
A
R
ALL DESIGNS, IDEAS ARRANGEMENTS AND PLANSI N D I C AT E D B Y T H E S E D R A W I N G S A N DSPECIFICATIONS ARE THE PROPERTY ANDCOPYRIGHT OF KIM RAYMOND ARCHITECTS, INC.AND SHALL NEITHER BE USED ON ANY OTHER WORKNOR BE USED BY ANY OTHER PERSON FOR ANY USEWHATSOEVER WITHOUT WRITTEN PERMISSION.WRITTEN DIMENSIONS SHALL TAKE PRECEDENCEOVER SCALED DIMENSIONS AND SHALL BE VERIFIEDAT THE SITE. ANY DIMENSIONAL DISCREPANCYSHALL BE BROUGHT TO THE ATTENTION OF THEARCHITECT PRIOR TO COMMENCEMENT OF WORK.
IF THE ABOVE DIMENSION DOES
NOT MEASURE ONE INCH (1")
EXACTLY, THIS DRAWING WILL HAVEBEEN ENLARGED OR REDUCED,AFFECTING ALL LABELED SCALES.
1" ACTUAL
AS NOTED
DATE
SCHEMATIC DESIGN04/15/15
2
0
9
E
.
B
L
E
E
K
E
R
S
T
R
E
E
T
"
H
A
Y
E
S
H
O
U
S
E
"
A
S
P
E
N
C
O
8
1
6
1
1
12345
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
F
W
KITCHEN
BATHROOM
DINING ROOM OFFICE
LIVING ROOM
ENTRY
STORAGE
1,025.74 sq ft
12345
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
LIVING ROOM
DECK
826.09 sq ft
994.99 sq ft
123
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
SCALE: 1/4" = 1'-0"
2 EXISTING-MAIN LEVEL FAR
A 1.2SCALE: 1/4" = 1'-0"
3 EXISTING-UPPER LEVEL FAR
A 1.2
SCALE: 1/4" = 1'-0"
1 EXISTING-LOWER LEVEL FAR
A 1.2
CABIN LOWER LEVEL (994.99 SF)
CABIN MAIN LEVEL 1025.74 SF
CABIN UPPER LEVEL 826.09 SF
TOTAL CABIN FAR 1851.83 SF
P
3
7
I
V
.
A
.
Scale:
ISSUE
A 1.3
9/16/15Plotted On:P
R
O
P
O
S
E
D
F
A
R
C
A
L
C
U
L
A
T
I
O
N
S
ALL DESIGNS, IDEAS ARRANGEMENTS AND PLANSI N D I C AT E D B Y T H E S E D R A W I N G S A N DSPECIFICATIONS ARE THE PROPERTY ANDCOPYRIGHT OF KIM RAYMOND ARCHITECTS, INC.AND SHALL NEITHER BE USED ON ANY OTHER WORKNOR BE USED BY ANY OTHER PERSON FOR ANY USEWHATSOEVER WITHOUT WRITTEN PERMISSION.WRITTEN DIMENSIONS SHALL TAKE PRECEDENCEOVER SCALED DIMENSIONS AND SHALL BE VERIFIEDAT THE SITE. ANY DIMENSIONAL DISCREPANCYSHALL BE BROUGHT TO THE ATTENTION OF THEARCHITECT PRIOR TO COMMENCEMENT OF WORK.
IF THE ABOVE DIMENSION DOES
NOT MEASURE ONE INCH (1")
EXACTLY, THIS DRAWING WILL HAVEBEEN ENLARGED OR REDUCED,AFFECTING ALL LABELED SCALES.
1" ACTUAL
AS NOTED
DATE
SCHEMATIC DESIGN04/15/15
2
0
9
E
.
B
L
E
E
K
E
R
S
T
R
E
E
T
"
H
A
Y
E
S
H
O
U
S
E
"
A
S
P
E
N
C
O
8
1
6
1
1
835.45 sq ft
495.73 sq ft
1,294.50 sq ft
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
1
0
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
A A
B B
C C
D D
5 3 2 14
F
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
4'-9 3/4"
1'
-
2
"
12'- 1 1/4"
N/S
1/A5.1
N/S
1/A5.1336.86 sq ft
309.75 sq ft
60.71 sq ft
REMOVE EXISTING
PLANTER
REMOVE EXISTING FLAGSTONE WALK
NON-HISTORIC ELEMENT; REVEGETATE
SEE LANDSCAPE PLAN
STEP DOWN
2 STEPS UP
TO ENTRY PORCH
ENTRY
PORCH
MUD RM
FAMILY ROOM
KITCHEN
POWDER
DNUP
BATH
BEDROOM 1
HO
O
K
S
A
N
D
B
E
N
C
H
FIREPLACE TV
DINING
GLASS FLOOR
PANTRY
GR
I
L
L
A
N
D
C
A
B
I
N
E
T
S
MAIN LEVEL:
835 + 1317 = 2152
GARAGE
495 -250 = 245
245/2 = 122.5
LI
N
E
O
F
E
X
T
E
R
I
O
R
W
A
L
L
AB
O
V
E
A
L
L
E
Y
C
U
R
B
EXISTING REAR YARD SETBACK
2 CAR
GARAGE
STONE
PATIO
EX
I
S
T
I
N
G
S
I
D
E
Y
A
R
D
S
E
T
B
A
C
K
PANTRY
ICEMAKER
UCWINEFRIG
36" CABINET
BARSINK
FRIGDRAWER
MICROWAVEDRAWER
DISHWASHER
FIREPIT
STONE
PATIO
GARDENS
mi
n
6
b
u
r
n
e
r
s
w
o
v
e
n
b
e
l
o
w
subzero 648PROG frig
pot filler
APPLIANCE GARAGE
TRASHRECYCLE
Basketball
court
built incoffee maker
DESK
HOTCOLDFILTERED
STORAGECABS
DOG
WASH
DOG CAB:FAUCET, FOODUNDER COUNTER
WATER FEATURE ON WALL
BUILT-IN NOOK/BENCH
BOOK SHELVES
STONE WOOD
STONE WOOD
LINE OF ROOF OVERHANG PROVIDE HEATER UNDER ROOF
PROVIDE HEATER UNDER ROOF
CEILING HT 9'-0"CEILING HT 8'-10"
CEILING HT 8'-10"
DRESSER
"C
U
B
B
I
E
S
"
MU
D
R
O
O
M
ST
O
R
A
G
E
RIDGE
VAULTED CEILING
A
L
L
E
Y
WINDOWWELL
WINDOWWELL
WINDOWWELL
ARCHITECTURAL 100'-0" =
SITE 7896'-6"
CUBBIES
T.O. PLYWD. 100'-0"
T.O. FINISHED FLOOR 100'-3
N
N/S
1/A5.1
N/S
CONCRETE WALK
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
1
0
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
5 3 2 14
UP
FAMILY ROOM
TV FP
BATH 3
CLOSET
MECHANICAL
BEDROOM 3
LINEN
GUEST SUITE
GUEST BATH
WET BAR
GL
A
S
S
R
A
I
L
6'
-
8
X
7
'
=
4
6
S
Q
F
T
EX
P
O
S
E
D
W
A
L
L
6'-8 X 7' = 46 SQ FT
EXPOSED WALL
6'-8 X 7' = 46 SQ FT
EXPOSED WALL
LAUNDRY
GYM
WEIGHTS
CA
B
I
N
E
T
B
E
L
O
W
W/
U
C
R
E
F
R
I
G
TV
A
B
O
V
E
POWDER
GLASS ENCLOSED
WINE CABINET
STORAGE
ELECTRICAL
CLOSET
TV
F
P
TWO SIDED MONTIGO
GAS FP
BOOK SHELVES BOOK SHELVESNOOK;
BENCH
ART GALLERY WALL
SKYKIGHT ABOVE
HOT / COLD WATERFILTER DISPENSER
HOT / COLD WATERFILTER DISPENSER
2,798.33 sq ft
1,348.48 sq ft
155.36 sq ft
108.29 sq ft
5 3 2 14
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
N/S
1/A5.1
N/S
1/A5.1
LO
N
G
,
L
O
W
F
I
R
E
P
L
A
C
E
DN
MASTER BATH
MASER BEDROOM
OFFICE
CLOSET
CLOSET
OPENTOBELOW
DECK TV
R
A
I
S
E
S
FR
O
M
C
A
B
I
N
E
T
BATH 2
BEDROOM 2
PROVIDE
SPRINKLER
SYSTEM FORFLOWERS
PROVIDE
SPRINKLER
SYSTEM FOR
FLOWERS
BOOKSHELVES
SHELVES ABOVE ANDBELOW BENCH; ART WALL
CEILING HT 8'-4"
CEILING HT 11'-0"
N/S
1/A5.1
N/S
SCALE: 1/8" = 1'-0"
1 MAIN LEVEL FAR
A 1.3
SCALE: 1/8" = 1'-0"
2 LOWER LEVEL FAR
A 1.3
SCALE: 1/8" = 1'-0"
3 UPPER LEVEL FAR
A 1.3
FAR CALCULATIONS
- LOWER LEVEL:
2798 SF
2798 X 4.7%
FLOOR AREA GROSS:
FLOOR AREA NET:
131 SF
- MAIN LEVEL:
835+1295=FLOOR AREA :
2130 SF
- UPPER LEVEL:
FLOOR AREA :
1348 SF
MAIN LEVEL: PATIOS - EXCEMPT ON GRADE: 310+337=
PORCH - EXCEMPT=
UPPER LEVEL DECKS: 108+55 =
647 SF
61 SF
163 SF
LIVING FAR TOTAL 3609 SF
GARAGE : 495 SQ FT
495 SF - 250 SF= 245/2 =
122.5 SF
3609 SFLIVING FAR=
122.5 SFGARAGE FAR=
TOTAL FAR = 3731.5 SF
3240 SF ALLOWABLE FAR BASED ON 6000 SF LOT
(REQUESTING A 500 SF BONUS)
3240 SF + 500 SF= 3740 SF ALLOWABLE FAR
P
3
8
I
V
.
A
.
Scale:
ISSUE
A 1.4
9/16/15Plotted On:P
R
O
P
O
S
E
D
F
A
R
E
L
E
V
A
T
I
O
N
ALL DESIGNS, IDEAS ARRANGEMENTS AND PLANSI N D I C AT E D B Y T H E S E D R A W I N G S A N DSPECIFICATIONS ARE THE PROPERTY ANDCOPYRIGHT OF KIM RAYMOND ARCHITECTS, INC.AND SHALL NEITHER BE USED ON ANY OTHER WORKNOR BE USED BY ANY OTHER PERSON FOR ANY USEWHATSOEVER WITHOUT WRITTEN PERMISSION.WRITTEN DIMENSIONS SHALL TAKE PRECEDENCEOVER SCALED DIMENSIONS AND SHALL BE VERIFIEDAT THE SITE. ANY DIMENSIONAL DISCREPANCYSHALL BE BROUGHT TO THE ATTENTION OF THEARCHITECT PRIOR TO COMMENCEMENT OF WORK.
IF THE ABOVE DIMENSION DOES
NOT MEASURE ONE INCH (1")
EXACTLY, THIS DRAWING WILL HAVEBEEN ENLARGED OR REDUCED,AFFECTING ALL LABELED SCALES.
1" ACTUAL
AS NOTED
DATE
SCHEMATIC DESIGN04/15/15
2
0
9
E
.
B
L
E
E
K
E
R
S
T
R
E
E
T
"
H
A
Y
E
S
H
O
U
S
E
"
A
S
P
E
N
C
O
8
1
6
1
1
51.07 sq ft684.71 sq ft
T.O. RIDGE EXISTING
ELEV. 116'-7"
T.O. PLY COTTAGE
ELEV. 100'-0"
T.O. SLAB LOWER LEVEL
ELEV. 87'-10"
T.O. PLATE, GUEST BEDRM
ELEV. 118'-6"
T.O. PLY, GUEST BEDRM
ELEV. 109'-6"
5 4 3 2 1
D C B A
572.27 sq ft
T.O. RIDGE EXISTING
ELEV. 116'-7"
T.O. PLY COTTAGE
ELEV. 100'-0"
T.O. PLATE MASTER BED
ELEV. 121'-0"
T.O. SLAB LOWER LEVEL
ELEV. 87'-10"
A B C D
590.38 sq ft57.85 sq ft
T.O. RIDGE EXISTING
ELEV. 116'-7"
T.O. PLY MAIN LEVEL, NEW
ELEV. 100'-0"
T.O. PLY LOWER LEVEL, NEW
ELEV. 88'-10"
1 5
912.62 sq ft
T.O. PLY PROPOSED
ELEV. 100'-0"
T.O. PLATE MASTER BED
ELEV. 120'-9 7/8"
T.O. PLY MAIN LEVEL, NEW
ELEV. 100'-0"
T.O. SLAB LOWER LEVEL
ELEV. 87'-10"
T.O. PLY UPPER LEV.
ELEV. 110'-6"
HISTORICAL
CABIN
LINK TO
ADDITION
2 3 4
3 2 1
515.54 sq ft 57.73 sq ft
T.O. RIDGE EXISTING
ELEV. 116'-7"
T.O. PLY COTTAGE
ELEV. 100'-0"
T.O. SLAB LOWER LEVEL
ELEV. 88'-10"
T.O. PLATE, GUEST BEDRM
ELEV. 118'-6"
HISTORICAL
CABIN
LINK TO
ADDITION
2 3
293.38 sq ft
T.O. PLY PROPOSED
ELEV. 100'-0"
T.O. PLATE MASTER BED
ELEV. 121'-0"
T.O. SLAB LOWER LEVEL
ELEV. 88'-10"
T.O. PLY UPPER LEV.
ELEV. 110'-0"
SCALE: 1/8" = 1'-0"
3 EAST ELEVATION-FAR
A 1.4
SCALE: 1/8" = 1'-0"
1 NORTH ELEVATION-FAR
A 1.4SCALE: 1/8" = 1'-0"
2 SOUTH ELEVATION-FAR
A 1.4
SCALE: 1/8" = 1'-0"
5 WEST ELEVATIONFAR
A 1.4
SCALE: 1/8" = 1'-0"
4 FAR PROPOSED-PARTIAL EAST
A 1.4
SCALE: 1/8" = 1'-0"
6 FAR PROPOSED-PARTIAL WEST
A 1.4
FAR ELEVATION CALCULATIONS
TOTAL WALL SURFACE:
(591.19+912.62+293.38+572.27+684.71+515.54)= 3569.71 SQ FT
EXPOSED WALL SURFACE:
(57.8+51.07+57.8)= 166.67 SQ FT
166.67/3569.71= 0.047= 4.7 %
P
3
9
I
V
.
A
.
Scale:
ISSUE
A 2.0
9/16/15Plotted On:E
X
I
S
T
I
N
G
F
L
O
O
R
P
L
A
N
S
ALL DESIGNS, IDEAS ARRANGEMENTS AND PLANSI N D I C AT E D B Y T H E S E D R A W I N G S A N DSPECIFICATIONS ARE THE PROPERTY ANDCOPYRIGHT OF KIM RAYMOND ARCHITECTS, INC.AND SHALL NEITHER BE USED ON ANY OTHER WORKNOR BE USED BY ANY OTHER PERSON FOR ANY USEWHATSOEVER WITHOUT WRITTEN PERMISSION.WRITTEN DIMENSIONS SHALL TAKE PRECEDENCEOVER SCALED DIMENSIONS AND SHALL BE VERIFIEDAT THE SITE. ANY DIMENSIONAL DISCREPANCYSHALL BE BROUGHT TO THE ATTENTION OF THEARCHITECT PRIOR TO COMMENCEMENT OF WORK.
IF THE ABOVE DIMENSION DOES
NOT MEASURE ONE INCH (1")
EXACTLY, THIS DRAWING WILL HAVEBEEN ENLARGED OR REDUCED,AFFECTING ALL LABELED SCALES.
1" ACTUAL
AS NOTED
DATE
SCHEMATIC DESIGN04/15/15
2
0
9
E
.
B
L
E
E
K
E
R
S
T
R
E
E
T
"
H
A
Y
E
S
H
O
U
S
E
"
A
S
P
E
N
C
O
8
1
6
1
1
123
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
12345
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
F
W
KITCHEN
BATHROOM
DINING ROOM OFFICE
LIVING ROOM
ENTRY
STORAGE
12345
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
LIVING ROOM
DECK
SCALE: 1/4" = 1'-0"
1 EXISTING-LOWER LEVEL
A 2.0
SCALE: 1/4" = 1'-0"
2 EXISTING-MAIN LEVEL
A 2.0
SCALE: 1/4" = 1'-0"
3 EXISTING-UPPER LEVEL
A 2.0
SCALE: 1/4" = 1'-0"
4 EXISTING-ROOF PLAN
A 2.0
P
4
0
I
V
.
A
.
Scale:
ISSUE
A 2.1
9/16/15Plotted On:E
X
I
S
T
I
N
G
E
L
E
V
A
T
I
O
N
S
ALL DESIGNS, IDEAS ARRANGEMENTS AND PLANSI N D I C AT E D B Y T H E S E D R A W I N G S A N DSPECIFICATIONS ARE THE PROPERTY ANDCOPYRIGHT OF KIM RAYMOND ARCHITECTS, INC.AND SHALL NEITHER BE USED ON ANY OTHER WORKNOR BE USED BY ANY OTHER PERSON FOR ANY USEWHATSOEVER WITHOUT WRITTEN PERMISSION.WRITTEN DIMENSIONS SHALL TAKE PRECEDENCEOVER SCALED DIMENSIONS AND SHALL BE VERIFIEDAT THE SITE. ANY DIMENSIONAL DISCREPANCYSHALL BE BROUGHT TO THE ATTENTION OF THEARCHITECT PRIOR TO COMMENCEMENT OF WORK.
IF THE ABOVE DIMENSION DOES
NOT MEASURE ONE INCH (1")
EXACTLY, THIS DRAWING WILL HAVEBEEN ENLARGED OR REDUCED,AFFECTING ALL LABELED SCALES.
1" ACTUAL
AS NOTED
DATE
SCHEMATIC DESIGN04/15/15
2
0
9
E
.
B
L
E
E
K
E
R
S
T
R
E
E
T
"
H
A
Y
E
S
H
O
U
S
E
"
A
S
P
E
N
C
O
8
1
6
1
1
SCALE: 1/4" = 1'-0"
1 EXISTING-NORTH
A 2.1
SCALE: 1/4" = 1'-0"
2 EXISTING-SOUTH
A 2.1
SCALE: 1/4" = 1'-0"
3 EXISTING-EAST
A 2.1
SCALE: 1/4" = 1'-0"
4 EXISTING-WEST
A 2.1
P
4
1
I
V
.
A
.
Scale:
ISSUE
A 3.1
9/16/15Plotted On:L
O
W
E
R
L
E
V
E
L
F
L
O
O
R
P
L
A
N
ALL DESIGNS, IDEAS ARRANGEMENTS AND PLANSI N D I C AT E D B Y T H E S E D R A W I N G S A N DSPECIFICATIONS ARE THE PROPERTY ANDCOPYRIGHT OF KIM RAYMOND ARCHITECTS, INC.AND SHALL NEITHER BE USED ON ANY OTHER WORKNOR BE USED BY ANY OTHER PERSON FOR ANY USEWHATSOEVER WITHOUT WRITTEN PERMISSION.WRITTEN DIMENSIONS SHALL TAKE PRECEDENCEOVER SCALED DIMENSIONS AND SHALL BE VERIFIEDAT THE SITE. ANY DIMENSIONAL DISCREPANCYSHALL BE BROUGHT TO THE ATTENTION OF THEARCHITECT PRIOR TO COMMENCEMENT OF WORK.
IF THE ABOVE DIMENSION DOES
NOT MEASURE ONE INCH (1")
EXACTLY, THIS DRAWING WILL HAVEBEEN ENLARGED OR REDUCED,AFFECTING ALL LABELED SCALES.
1" ACTUAL
AS NOTED
DATE
SCHEMATIC DESIGN04/15/15
2
0
9
E
.
B
L
E
E
K
E
R
S
T
R
E
E
T
"
H
A
Y
E
S
H
O
U
S
E
"
A
S
P
E
N
C
O
8
1
6
1
1
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
1
0
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
A A
B B
C C
D D
5
5
3
3
2
2
1
1
4
4
8"
8
"
1
6
'
-
7
5
/
1
6
"
8
"
8"
8
"
1
3
'
-
1
1
3
/
8
"
8"
7
'
-
4
7
/
8
"
8
"
8"34'-6 5/16"8"
1'-9 7/8"28'-7 3/4"35'-10 5/16"
66'-11 15/16"
1
7
'
-
1
1
5
/
1
6
"
10
'
-
5
1
3
/
1
6
"
2
5
'
-
3
"
5
3
'
-
8
1
/
8
"
64'-9 5/16"
28'-8 1/16"18'-2 1/4"
46'-10 1/2"
8"6'-8"8"
8"6'-8"8"
5 1/2"6'-11 5/16"5 1/2"31'-10 1/4"8"
UP
FAMILY ROOM
TV FP
BATH 3
CLOSET
MECHANICAL
BEDROOM 3
LINEN
GUEST SUITE
GUEST BATH
WET BAR
G
L
A
S
S
R
A
I
L
6
'
-
8
X
7
'
=
4
6
S
Q
F
T
E
X
P
O
S
E
D
W
A
L
L
6'-8 X 7' = 46 SQ FT
EXPOSED WALL
6'-8 X 7' = 46 SQ FT
EXPOSED WALL
LAUNDRY
GYM
WEIGHTS
CA
B
I
N
E
T
B
E
L
O
W
W/
U
C
R
E
F
R
I
G
TV
A
B
O
V
E
POWDER
GLASS ENCLOSED
WINE CABINET
STORAGE
ELECTRICAL
CLOSET
T
V
F
P
TWO SIDED MONTIGO
GAS FP
BOOK SHELVES BOOK SHELVESNOOK;
BENCH
ART GALLERY WALL
SKYKIGHT ABOVE
HOT / COLD WATER
FILTER DISPENSER
HOT / COLD WATER
FILTER DISPENSER
02
PROPOSED 2-EAST
04
PROPOSED-WEST
01
PROPOSED-NORTH
03
PROPOSED-SOUTH
05
PROPOSED-PARTIAL WEST
06PROPOSED-PARTIAL EAST
3
3
1 1
SCALE: 1/4" = 1'-0"
1 LOWER LEVEL
A 3.1
P
4
2
I
V
.
A
.
Scale:
ISSUE
A 3.2
9/16/15Plotted On: M
A
I
N
L
E
V
E
L
F
L
O
O
R
P
L
A
N
ALL DESIGNS, IDEAS ARRANGEMENTS AND PLANSI N D I C AT E D B Y T H E S E D R A W I N G S A N DSPECIFICATIONS ARE THE PROPERTY ANDCOPYRIGHT OF KIM RAYMOND ARCHITECTS, INC.AND SHALL NEITHER BE USED ON ANY OTHER WORKNOR BE USED BY ANY OTHER PERSON FOR ANY USEWHATSOEVER WITHOUT WRITTEN PERMISSION.WRITTEN DIMENSIONS SHALL TAKE PRECEDENCEOVER SCALED DIMENSIONS AND SHALL BE VERIFIEDAT THE SITE. ANY DIMENSIONAL DISCREPANCYSHALL BE BROUGHT TO THE ATTENTION OF THEARCHITECT PRIOR TO COMMENCEMENT OF WORK.
IF THE ABOVE DIMENSION DOES
NOT MEASURE ONE INCH (1")
EXACTLY, THIS DRAWING WILL HAVEBEEN ENLARGED OR REDUCED,AFFECTING ALL LABELED SCALES.
1" ACTUAL
AS NOTED
DATE
SCHEMATIC DESIGN04/15/15
2
0
9
E
.
B
L
E
E
K
E
R
S
T
R
E
E
T
"
H
A
Y
E
S
H
O
U
S
E
"
A
S
P
E
N
C
O
8
1
6
1
1
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
1
0
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
A A
B B
C C
D D
5
5
3
3
2
2
1
1
4
4
F
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
5 1/2"28'-2 1/4"4 1/2"29'-7 13/16"5"5'-1/2"4 1/2"
4
1
/
2
"
1
3
'
-
1
0
1
3
/
1
6
"
5"
1
0
'
-
5
1
5
/
1
6
"
8
1
/
2
"
5
1
/
2
"
1
7
'
-
5
/
1
6
"
5
1
/
2
"
12'-3 1/16"
21'-5 3/8"
51'-11 1/16"
13'-5 9/16"17'-8 3/16"
9
'
-
1
0
1
/
1
6
"
5
'
-
3
1
/
4
"
3
3
'
-
9
/
1
6
"
16'-10 1/8"3 1/2"14'-3/16"18'-2 1/4"
5'-0"7'-5 5/16"
02
PROPOSED 2-EAST
04
PROPOSED-WEST
01
PROPOSED-NORTH
03
PROPOSED-SOUTH
05
PROPOSED-PARTIAL WEST
STEP DOWN
2 STEPS UP
TO ENTRY PORCH
ENTRY
PORCH
MUD RM
FAMILY ROOM
KITCHEN
POWDER
DNUP
BATH
BEDROOM 1
HO
O
K
S
A
N
D
B
E
N
C
H
FIREPLACE TV
DINING
GLASS FLOOR
PANTRY
GR
I
L
L
A
N
D
C
A
B
I
N
E
T
S
LI
N
E
O
F
E
X
T
E
R
I
O
R
W
A
L
L
A
B
O
V
E
2 CAR
GARAGE
STONE
PATIO
PANTRY
ICE
MAKER
UC
WINE
FRIG
36" CABINET
BAR
SINK
FRIG
DRAWER
MICRO
WAVE
DRAWER
DISH
WASHER
FIREPIT
STONE
PATIO
GARDENS
mi
n
6
b
u
r
n
e
r
s
w
o
v
e
n
b
e
l
o
w
subzero 648PROG frig
pot filler
APPLIANCE GARAGE
TRASH
RECYCLE
Basketball
court
built in
coffee maker
DESK
HOT
COLD
FILTERED
STORAGE
CABS
DOG
WASH
DOG CAB:
FAUCET, FOOD
UNDER COUNTER
WATER FEATURE ON WALL
BUILT-IN NOOK/BENCH
BOOK SHELVES
STONE WOOD
STONE WOOD
LINE OF ROOF OVERHANG PROVIDE HEATER UNDER ROOF
PROVIDE HEATER UNDER ROOF
CEILING HT 9'-0"CEILING HT 8'-10"
CEILING HT 8'-10"
DRESSER
"C
U
B
B
I
E
S
"
M
U
D
R
O
O
M
ST
O
R
A
G
E
RIDGE
VAULTED CEILING
WINDOW
WELL
WINDOW
WELL
WINDOW
WELL
ARCHITECTURAL 100'-0" =
SITE 7896'-6"
ARCH 98'-11 1/2"
SITE 7895'- 5 1/2"
CUBBIES
T.O. PLYWD. 100'-0"
T.O. FINISHED FLOOR 100'-3
N
06PROPOSED-PARTIAL EAST
3
3
5
1
/
2
"
20
'
5
1
/
2
"
1
2
'
-
5
5
/
8
"
5
1
/
2
"
9'
-
3
5
/
8
"
5
1
/
2
"
CONCRETE WALK
1 1
SCALE: 1/4" = 1'-0"
1 MAIN LEVEL PLAN
A 3.2
P
4
3
I
V
.
A
.
Scale:
ISSUE
A 3.3
9/16/15Plotted On:U
P
P
E
R
L
E
V
E
L
F
L
O
O
R
P
L
A
N
ALL DESIGNS, IDEAS ARRANGEMENTS AND PLANSI N D I C AT E D B Y T H E S E D R A W I N G S A N DSPECIFICATIONS ARE THE PROPERTY ANDCOPYRIGHT OF KIM RAYMOND ARCHITECTS, INC.AND SHALL NEITHER BE USED ON ANY OTHER WORKNOR BE USED BY ANY OTHER PERSON FOR ANY USEWHATSOEVER WITHOUT WRITTEN PERMISSION.WRITTEN DIMENSIONS SHALL TAKE PRECEDENCEOVER SCALED DIMENSIONS AND SHALL BE VERIFIEDAT THE SITE. ANY DIMENSIONAL DISCREPANCYSHALL BE BROUGHT TO THE ATTENTION OF THEARCHITECT PRIOR TO COMMENCEMENT OF WORK.
IF THE ABOVE DIMENSION DOES
NOT MEASURE ONE INCH (1")
EXACTLY, THIS DRAWING WILL HAVEBEEN ENLARGED OR REDUCED,AFFECTING ALL LABELED SCALES.
1" ACTUAL
AS NOTED
DATE
SCHEMATIC DESIGN04/15/15
2
0
9
E
.
B
L
E
E
K
E
R
S
T
R
E
E
T
"
H
A
Y
E
S
H
O
U
S
E
"
A
S
P
E
N
C
O
8
1
6
1
1
A A
B B
C C
D D
5
5
3
3
2
2
1
1
4
4
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
02
PROPOSED 2-EAST
04
PROPOSED-WEST
01
PROPOSED-NORTH
03
PROPOSED-SOUTH
05
PROPOSED-PARTIAL WEST
5 1/2"
5 1/2"33'-1 3/4"3 1/2"2'-1"3 1/2"
5
1
/
2
"
20
'
5
1
/
2
"
7
'
-
8
1
3
/
1
6
"
5
1
/
2
"
1
4
'
-
3
/
8
"
5
1
/
2
"
5 1/2"4'-6 1/16"5 1/2"5'-15/16"5 1/2"8'-6"
2
'
-
3
3
/
1
6
"
5
1
/
2
"
5
1
/
2
"
5
1
/
2
"
1
2
'
-
9
"
5
1
/
2
"
L
O
N
G
,
L
O
W
F
I
R
E
P
L
A
C
E
DN
MASTER BATH
MASER BEDROOM
OFFICE
CLOSET
CLOSET
OPEN
TO
BELOW
DECK T
V
R
A
I
S
E
S
FR
O
M
C
A
B
I
N
E
T
BATH 2
BEDROOM 2
MODEL WITH VIEW PORTS
PROVIDE
SPRINKLER
SYSTEM FOR
FLOWERS
PROVIDE
SPRINKLER
SYSTEM FOR
FLOWERS
BOOK
SHELVES
SHELVES ABOVE AND
BELOW BENCH; ART WALL
CEILING HT 8'-4"
CEILING HT 11'-0"
06PROPOSED-PARTIAL EAST
3
3
1 1
SCALE: 1/4" = 1'-0"
1 UPPER LEVEL PLAN
A 3.3
P
4
4
I
V
.
A
.
Scale:
ISSUE
A 3.5
9/16/15Plotted On:R
O
O
F
P
L
A
N
ALL DESIGNS, IDEAS ARRANGEMENTS AND PLANSI N D I C AT E D B Y T H E S E D R A W I N G S A N DSPECIFICATIONS ARE THE PROPERTY ANDCOPYRIGHT OF KIM RAYMOND ARCHITECTS, INC.AND SHALL NEITHER BE USED ON ANY OTHER WORKNOR BE USED BY ANY OTHER PERSON FOR ANY USEWHATSOEVER WITHOUT WRITTEN PERMISSION.WRITTEN DIMENSIONS SHALL TAKE PRECEDENCEOVER SCALED DIMENSIONS AND SHALL BE VERIFIEDAT THE SITE. ANY DIMENSIONAL DISCREPANCYSHALL BE BROUGHT TO THE ATTENTION OF THEARCHITECT PRIOR TO COMMENCEMENT OF WORK.
IF THE ABOVE DIMENSION DOES
NOT MEASURE ONE INCH (1")
EXACTLY, THIS DRAWING WILL HAVEBEEN ENLARGED OR REDUCED,AFFECTING ALL LABELED SCALES.
1" ACTUAL
AS NOTED
DATE
SCHEMATIC DESIGN04/15/15
2
0
9
E
.
B
L
E
E
K
E
R
S
T
R
E
E
T
"
H
A
Y
E
S
H
O
U
S
E
"
A
S
P
E
N
C
O
8
1
6
1
1
A A
B B
C C
D D
5
5
3
3
2
2
1
1
4
4
02
PROPOSED 2-EAST
04
PROPOSED-WEST
01
PROPOSED-NORTH
03
PROPOSED-SOUTH
05
PROPOSED-PARTIAL WEST
06PROPOSED-PARTIAL EAST
3
3
1 1
SCALE: 1/4" = 1'-0"
1 ROOF PLAN-GABLE/GABLE
A 3.5
P
4
5
I
V
.
A
.
Scale:
ISSUE
A 4.1
9/16/15Plotted On:N
O
R
T
H
A
N
D
S
O
U
T
H
E
L
E
V
A
T
I
O
N
S
ALL DESIGNS, IDEAS ARRANGEMENTS AND PLANSI N D I C AT E D B Y T H E S E D R A W I N G S A N DSPECIFICATIONS ARE THE PROPERTY ANDCOPYRIGHT OF KIM RAYMOND ARCHITECTS, INC.AND SHALL NEITHER BE USED ON ANY OTHER WORKNOR BE USED BY ANY OTHER PERSON FOR ANY USEWHATSOEVER WITHOUT WRITTEN PERMISSION.WRITTEN DIMENSIONS SHALL TAKE PRECEDENCEOVER SCALED DIMENSIONS AND SHALL BE VERIFIEDAT THE SITE. ANY DIMENSIONAL DISCREPANCYSHALL BE BROUGHT TO THE ATTENTION OF THEARCHITECT PRIOR TO COMMENCEMENT OF WORK.
IF THE ABOVE DIMENSION DOES
NOT MEASURE ONE INCH (1")
EXACTLY, THIS DRAWING WILL HAVEBEEN ENLARGED OR REDUCED,AFFECTING ALL LABELED SCALES.
1" ACTUAL
AS NOTED
DATE
SCHEMATIC DESIGN04/15/15
2
0
9
E
.
B
L
E
E
K
E
R
S
T
R
E
E
T
"
H
A
Y
E
S
H
O
U
S
E
"
A
S
P
E
N
C
O
8
1
6
1
1
D C B A
4
'
-
2
"
1
1
7
/
8
"
1
6
'
-
1
0
"
2
1
'
-
1
1
7
/
8
"
2
2
'
-
7
1
/
1
6
"
STONE SLATES
4" x 36"
RANDOM
PATTERN
TYP.
1 1/2" WD
SLATES AS
SCREEN,
BECOMES
RAILING ABOVE ORIGINAL
WOOD SIDING
TO BE
RESTORED
T.O. RIDGE EXISTING
ELEV. 116'-7"
T.O. PLY COTTAGE
ELEV. 100'-0"
T.O. PLATE MASTER BED
ELEV. 121'-0"
T.O. PLY GUEST BED
ELEV. 109'-6"
T.O. PLY GUEST BEDRM
ELEV. 99'-0"
A B C D
STONE SLAT SIDING
4 x 36" RANDOM
PATTERN
TYPICAL ON
ADDITION
WINDOWS ACROSS
TOP
OF GARAGE DOOR
STEEL CHANNEL AT
FACE OF DECK
T.O. RIDGE EXISTING
ELEV. 116'-7"
T.O. PLY COTTAGE
ELEV. 100'-0"
T.O. PLATE MASTER BED
ELEV. 121'-0"
T.O. PLY GUEST BED
ELEV. 110'-0"
T.O. PLY MAIN LEVEL, NEW
ELEV. 100'-0"
SCALE: 1/4" = 1'-0"
1 NORTH ELEVATION
A 4.1
SCALE: 1/4" = 1'-0"
2 SOUTH ELEVATION
A 4.1
P
4
6
I
V
.
A
.
Scale:
ISSUE
A 4.2
9/16/15Plotted On:E
A
S
T
E
L
E
V
A
T
I
O
N
S
ALL DESIGNS, IDEAS ARRANGEMENTS AND PLANSI N D I C AT E D B Y T H E S E D R A W I N G S A N DSPECIFICATIONS ARE THE PROPERTY ANDCOPYRIGHT OF KIM RAYMOND ARCHITECTS, INC.AND SHALL NEITHER BE USED ON ANY OTHER WORKNOR BE USED BY ANY OTHER PERSON FOR ANY USEWHATSOEVER WITHOUT WRITTEN PERMISSION.WRITTEN DIMENSIONS SHALL TAKE PRECEDENCEOVER SCALED DIMENSIONS AND SHALL BE VERIFIEDAT THE SITE. ANY DIMENSIONAL DISCREPANCYSHALL BE BROUGHT TO THE ATTENTION OF THEARCHITECT PRIOR TO COMMENCEMENT OF WORK.
IF THE ABOVE DIMENSION DOES
NOT MEASURE ONE INCH (1")
EXACTLY, THIS DRAWING WILL HAVEBEEN ENLARGED OR REDUCED,AFFECTING ALL LABELED SCALES.
1" ACTUAL
AS NOTED
DATE
SCHEMATIC DESIGN04/15/15
2
0
9
E
.
B
L
E
E
K
E
R
S
T
R
E
E
T
"
H
A
Y
E
S
H
O
U
S
E
"
A
S
P
E
N
C
O
8
1
6
1
1
2
3
'
-
5
3
/
4
"
2
3
'
-
6
1
5
/
1
6
"
STONE SLAT
SIDING
4 x 36"
RANDOM
PATTERN,
TYPICAL ON
ADDITION
ORIGINAL WOOD SIDING TO
BE RESTORED
WOOD SHINGLES
T.O. RIDGE EXISTING
ELEV. 116'-7"
T.O. PLY COTTAGE
ELEV. 100'-0"
T.O. PLATE MASTER BED
ELEV. 121'-0"
T.O. PLY UPPER LEV
ELEV. 110'-6"
T.O. PLY MAIN LEVEL
ELEV. 100'-0"
T.O. PLATE, GUEST BEDRM
ELEV. 118'-6"
T.O. PLY, GUEST BEDRM
ELEV. 109'-6"
5 4 3 2 1
3 2 1
T.O. RIDGE EXISTING
ELEV. 116'-7"
T.O. PLY COTTAGE
ELEV. 100'-0"
T.O. PLATE, GUEST BEDRM
ELEV. 118'-6"
HISTORICAL
CABIN
LINK TO
ADDITION
SCALE: 1/4" = 1'-0"
1 EAST ELEVATION
A 4.2
SCALE: 1/4" = 1'-0"
2 PARTIAL EAST ELEVATION
A 4.2
P
4
7
I
V
.
A
.
Scale:
ISSUE
A 4.3
9/16/15Plotted On:W
E
S
T
E
L
E
V
A
T
I
O
N
S
ALL DESIGNS, IDEAS ARRANGEMENTS AND PLANSI N D I C AT E D B Y T H E S E D R A W I N G S A N DSPECIFICATIONS ARE THE PROPERTY ANDCOPYRIGHT OF KIM RAYMOND ARCHITECTS, INC.AND SHALL NEITHER BE USED ON ANY OTHER WORKNOR BE USED BY ANY OTHER PERSON FOR ANY USEWHATSOEVER WITHOUT WRITTEN PERMISSION.WRITTEN DIMENSIONS SHALL TAKE PRECEDENCEOVER SCALED DIMENSIONS AND SHALL BE VERIFIEDAT THE SITE. ANY DIMENSIONAL DISCREPANCYSHALL BE BROUGHT TO THE ATTENTION OF THEARCHITECT PRIOR TO COMMENCEMENT OF WORK.
IF THE ABOVE DIMENSION DOES
NOT MEASURE ONE INCH (1")
EXACTLY, THIS DRAWING WILL HAVEBEEN ENLARGED OR REDUCED,AFFECTING ALL LABELED SCALES.
1" ACTUAL
AS NOTED
DATE
SCHEMATIC DESIGN04/15/15
2
0
9
E
.
B
L
E
E
K
E
R
S
T
R
E
E
T
"
H
A
Y
E
S
H
O
U
S
E
"
A
S
P
E
N
C
O
8
1
6
1
1
1 5
3
'
2
3
'
-
5
3
/
4
"
4 x 36" STONE
SLAT SIDING,
HORIZONTAL
STEEL SLATES
W/ STEEL
POSTS
4 x 36" STONE
SLAT SIDING,
HORIZONTAL
STEEL
CHANNEL
AT DECK FACE
T.O. RIDGE EXISTING
ELEV. 116'-7"
T.O. PLY PROPOSED
ELEV. 100'-0"
T.O. PLATE MASTER BED
ELEV. 120'-9 7/8"
T.O. PLY MAIN LEVEL, NEW
ELEV. 100'-0"
T.O. PLY UPPER LEV.
ELEV. 110'-6"
HISTORICAL
CABIN
LINK TO
ADDITION
2 3 4
2 3
SCALE: 1/4" = 1'-0"
2 WEST ELEVATION
A 4.3
SCALE: 1/4" = 1'-0"
1 PARTIAL WEST ELEVATION
A 4.3
P
4
8
I
V
.
A
.
Scale:
ISSUE
A 5.1
9/16/15Plotted On:S
E
C
T
I
O
N
ALL DESIGNS, IDEAS ARRANGEMENTS AND PLANSI N D I C AT E D B Y T H E S E D R A W I N G S A N DSPECIFICATIONS ARE THE PROPERTY ANDCOPYRIGHT OF KIM RAYMOND ARCHITECTS, INC.AND SHALL NEITHER BE USED ON ANY OTHER WORKNOR BE USED BY ANY OTHER PERSON FOR ANY USEWHATSOEVER WITHOUT WRITTEN PERMISSION.WRITTEN DIMENSIONS SHALL TAKE PRECEDENCEOVER SCALED DIMENSIONS AND SHALL BE VERIFIEDAT THE SITE. ANY DIMENSIONAL DISCREPANCYSHALL BE BROUGHT TO THE ATTENTION OF THEARCHITECT PRIOR TO COMMENCEMENT OF WORK.
IF THE ABOVE DIMENSION DOES
NOT MEASURE ONE INCH (1")
EXACTLY, THIS DRAWING WILL HAVEBEEN ENLARGED OR REDUCED,AFFECTING ALL LABELED SCALES.
1" ACTUAL
AS NOTED
DATE
SCHEMATIC DESIGN04/15/15
2
0
9
E
.
B
L
E
E
K
E
R
S
T
R
E
E
T
"
H
A
Y
E
S
H
O
U
S
E
"
A
S
P
E
N
C
O
8
1
6
1
1
T.O. RIDGE EXISTING
ELEV. 116'-7"
T.O. PLY COTTAGE
ELEV. 100'-0"
T.O. SLAB LOWER LEVEL
ELEV. 87'-10"
T.O. PLATE, GUEST BEDRM
ELEV. 118'-6"
T.O. PLY, GUEST BEDRM
ELEV. 109'-6"
DINING ROOM LIVING ROOM
MASTER
CLOSET
MASTER
BATH
PATIO
5 4 3 2 1
HISTORICAL
CABIN
LINK TO
ADDITION
GUEST
SUITE
BATH 3BEDROOM 3CLOSETSTORAGEMECHANICAL
T.O. PLY, MASTER
ELEV. 110'-6"
SCALE: 1/4" = 1'-0"
1 SECT. 1-1'
A 5.1
P
4
9
I
V
.
A
.
Scale:
ISSUE
A 5.2
9/16/15Plotted On:S
E
C
T
I
O
N
ALL DESIGNS, IDEAS ARRANGEMENTS AND PLANSI N D I C AT E D B Y T H E S E D R A W I N G S A N DSPECIFICATIONS ARE THE PROPERTY ANDCOPYRIGHT OF KIM RAYMOND ARCHITECTS, INC.AND SHALL NEITHER BE USED ON ANY OTHER WORKNOR BE USED BY ANY OTHER PERSON FOR ANY USEWHATSOEVER WITHOUT WRITTEN PERMISSION.WRITTEN DIMENSIONS SHALL TAKE PRECEDENCEOVER SCALED DIMENSIONS AND SHALL BE VERIFIEDAT THE SITE. ANY DIMENSIONAL DISCREPANCYSHALL BE BROUGHT TO THE ATTENTION OF THEARCHITECT PRIOR TO COMMENCEMENT OF WORK.
IF THE ABOVE DIMENSION DOES
NOT MEASURE ONE INCH (1")
EXACTLY, THIS DRAWING WILL HAVEBEEN ENLARGED OR REDUCED,AFFECTING ALL LABELED SCALES.
1" ACTUAL
AS NOTED
DATE
SCHEMATIC DESIGN04/15/15
2
0
9
E
.
B
L
E
E
K
E
R
S
T
R
E
E
T
"
H
A
Y
E
S
H
O
U
S
E
"
A
S
P
E
N
C
O
8
1
6
1
1
T.O. RIDGE EXISTING
ELEV. 116'-7"
T.O. PLY COTTAGE
ELEV. 100'-0"
T.O. SLAB LOWER LEVEL
ELEV. 87'-10"
T.O. PLY, MASTER BEDRM
ELEV. 110'-6"T.O. PLY, GUEST BEDRM
ELEV. 109'-6"
ABCD
T.O. PLY, BEDRM 1
ELEV. 99'-0"
BEDROOM 1
GUEST SUITE
BEDROOM 3FAMILY ROOM
LIVING ROOM
BATH 3HALL
SCALE: 1/4" = 1'-0"
1 SECT. 3-3'
A 5.2
P
5
0
I
V
.
A
.
Scale:
ISSUE
A 9.0
9/16/15Plotted On:3
D
R
E
N
D
E
R
S
ALL DESIGNS, IDEAS ARRANGEMENTS AND PLANSI N D I C AT E D B Y T H E S E D R A W I N G S A N DSPECIFICATIONS ARE THE PROPERTY ANDCOPYRIGHT OF KIM RAYMOND ARCHITECTS, INC.AND SHALL NEITHER BE USED ON ANY OTHER WORKNOR BE USED BY ANY OTHER PERSON FOR ANY USEWHATSOEVER WITHOUT WRITTEN PERMISSION.WRITTEN DIMENSIONS SHALL TAKE PRECEDENCEOVER SCALED DIMENSIONS AND SHALL BE VERIFIEDAT THE SITE. ANY DIMENSIONAL DISCREPANCYSHALL BE BROUGHT TO THE ATTENTION OF THEARCHITECT PRIOR TO COMMENCEMENT OF WORK.
IF THE ABOVE DIMENSION DOES
NOT MEASURE ONE INCH (1")
EXACTLY, THIS DRAWING WILL HAVEBEEN ENLARGED OR REDUCED,AFFECTING ALL LABELED SCALES.
1" ACTUAL
AS NOTED
DATE
SCHEMATIC DESIGN04/15/15
2
0
9
E
.
B
L
E
E
K
E
R
S
T
R
E
E
T
"
H
A
Y
E
S
H
O
U
S
E
"
A
S
P
E
N
C
O
8
1
6
1
1
NOT TO SCALE
FRONT VIEW
AERIAL VIEW
WEST VIEW
EAST VIEW
P
5
1
I
V
.
A
.
Scale:
ISSUE
HPC 1
9/16/15Plotted On:C
A
B
I
N
E
V
O
L
U
T
I
O
N
ALL DESIGNS, IDEAS ARRANGEMENTS AND PLANSI N D I C AT E D B Y T H E S E D R A W I N G S A N DSPECIFICATIONS ARE THE PROPERTY ANDCOPYRIGHT OF KIM RAYMOND ARCHITECTS, INC.AND SHALL NEITHER BE USED ON ANY OTHER WORKNOR BE USED BY ANY OTHER PERSON FOR ANY USEWHATSOEVER WITHOUT WRITTEN PERMISSION.WRITTEN DIMENSIONS SHALL TAKE PRECEDENCEOVER SCALED DIMENSIONS AND SHALL BE VERIFIEDAT THE SITE. ANY DIMENSIONAL DISCREPANCYSHALL BE BROUGHT TO THE ATTENTION OF THEARCHITECT PRIOR TO COMMENCEMENT OF WORK.
IF THE ABOVE DIMENSION DOES
NOT MEASURE ONE INCH (1")
EXACTLY, THIS DRAWING WILL HAVEBEEN ENLARGED OR REDUCED,AFFECTING ALL LABELED SCALES.
1" ACTUAL
AS NOTED
DATE
SCHEMATIC DESIGN04/15/15
2
0
9
E
.
B
L
E
E
K
E
R
S
T
R
E
E
T
"
H
A
Y
E
S
H
O
U
S
E
"
A
S
P
E
N
C
O
8
1
6
1
1
1955 - FRONT VIEW 1955 - BACK VIEW 1955 - ROOF
1978 ADDITION - FRONT VIEW 1978 ADDITION - BACK VIEW 1978 ADDITION - ROOF
2015 - BACK VIEW 2015 - ROOF2015 - FRONT VIEW
O
R
I
G
I
N
A
L
C
A
B
I
N
R
E
M
O
D
E
L
E
X
I
S
T
I
N
G
P
5
2
I
V
.
A
.
Scale:
ISSUE
HPC 2
9/16/15Plotted On:1
9
5
5
-
O
R
I
G
I
N
A
L
C
A
B
I
N
ALL DESIGNS, IDEAS ARRANGEMENTS AND PLANSI N D I C AT E D B Y T H E S E D R A W I N G S A N DSPECIFICATIONS ARE THE PROPERTY ANDCOPYRIGHT OF KIM RAYMOND ARCHITECTS, INC.AND SHALL NEITHER BE USED ON ANY OTHER WORKNOR BE USED BY ANY OTHER PERSON FOR ANY USEWHATSOEVER WITHOUT WRITTEN PERMISSION.WRITTEN DIMENSIONS SHALL TAKE PRECEDENCEOVER SCALED DIMENSIONS AND SHALL BE VERIFIEDAT THE SITE. ANY DIMENSIONAL DISCREPANCYSHALL BE BROUGHT TO THE ATTENTION OF THEARCHITECT PRIOR TO COMMENCEMENT OF WORK.
IF THE ABOVE DIMENSION DOES
NOT MEASURE ONE INCH (1")
EXACTLY, THIS DRAWING WILL HAVEBEEN ENLARGED OR REDUCED,AFFECTING ALL LABELED SCALES.
1" ACTUAL
AS NOTED
DATE
SCHEMATIC DESIGN04/15/15
2
0
9
E
.
B
L
E
E
K
E
R
S
T
R
E
E
T
"
H
A
Y
E
S
H
O
U
S
E
"
A
S
P
E
N
C
O
8
1
6
1
1
SCALE: 1/4" = 1'-0"
3 ORIGINAL-NORTH
HPC 2
SCALE: 1/4" = 1'-0"
4 ORIGINAL-WEST
HPC 2
SCALE: 1/4" = 1'-0"
5 ORIGINAL-EAST
HPC 2
BRICK FIREPLACE
AT CROSS RIDGE
ENTRY PORCH
ON CORNER. WOOD
POSTS AND HANDRAIL.
SHINGLE ROOF
ONE STORY CABIN,
SIDING FINISH AND
CORNER TRIM
BRICK CHIMNEY
FRONT CENTRAL WINDOW
PORCH HAS BEEN
CLOSED COVERED
BACK SHED ADDITION
BACK SHED ADDITION
BACK SHED
ADDITION
WEST VIEW FROM BLEEKER ST. AND ASPEN ST. - YEAR 1955
(ASPEN HISTORICAL SOCIETY ARCHIVE)
EAST VIEW FROM BLEEKER ST. - YEAR UNKNOWN (BEFORE 1978)
(MARY HAYES PHOTOGRAPHY)
P
5
3
I
V
.
A
.
Scale:
ISSUE
HPC 3
9/16/15Plotted On:1
9
7
8
-
R
E
M
O
D
E
L
ALL DESIGNS, IDEAS ARRANGEMENTS AND PLANSI N D I C AT E D B Y T H E S E D R A W I N G S A N DSPECIFICATIONS ARE THE PROPERTY ANDCOPYRIGHT OF KIM RAYMOND ARCHITECTS, INC.AND SHALL NEITHER BE USED ON ANY OTHER WORKNOR BE USED BY ANY OTHER PERSON FOR ANY USEWHATSOEVER WITHOUT WRITTEN PERMISSION.WRITTEN DIMENSIONS SHALL TAKE PRECEDENCEOVER SCALED DIMENSIONS AND SHALL BE VERIFIEDAT THE SITE. ANY DIMENSIONAL DISCREPANCYSHALL BE BROUGHT TO THE ATTENTION OF THEARCHITECT PRIOR TO COMMENCEMENT OF WORK.
IF THE ABOVE DIMENSION DOES
NOT MEASURE ONE INCH (1")
EXACTLY, THIS DRAWING WILL HAVEBEEN ENLARGED OR REDUCED,AFFECTING ALL LABELED SCALES.
1" ACTUAL
AS NOTED
DATE
SCHEMATIC DESIGN04/15/15
2
0
9
E
.
B
L
E
E
K
E
R
S
T
R
E
E
T
"
H
A
Y
E
S
H
O
U
S
E
"
A
S
P
E
N
C
O
8
1
6
1
1
SCALE: 1/4" = 1'-0"
4 ORIGINAL-SOUTH
HPC 3
SCALE: 1/4" = 1'-0"
5 ORIGINAL-EAST
HPC 3
BRICK CHIMNEY
GABLED DORMER
WOOD PANELED
DOOR
SHED ROOF
FOR BACK
ADDITION
BRICK CHIMNEY
SOUTH AND EAST VIEWS - YEAR 1978 (REMODEL)
(MARY HAYES PHOTOGRAPHY)
P
5
4
I
V
.
A
.
Scale:
ISSUE
HPC 4
9/16/15Plotted On:R
E
F
E
R
E
N
C
E
S
ALL DESIGNS, IDEAS ARRANGEMENTS AND PLANSI N D I C AT E D B Y T H E S E D R A W I N G S A N DSPECIFICATIONS ARE THE PROPERTY ANDCOPYRIGHT OF KIM RAYMOND ARCHITECTS, INC.AND SHALL NEITHER BE USED ON ANY OTHER WORKNOR BE USED BY ANY OTHER PERSON FOR ANY USEWHATSOEVER WITHOUT WRITTEN PERMISSION.WRITTEN DIMENSIONS SHALL TAKE PRECEDENCEOVER SCALED DIMENSIONS AND SHALL BE VERIFIEDAT THE SITE. ANY DIMENSIONAL DISCREPANCYSHALL BE BROUGHT TO THE ATTENTION OF THEARCHITECT PRIOR TO COMMENCEMENT OF WORK.
IF THE ABOVE DIMENSION DOES
NOT MEASURE ONE INCH (1")
EXACTLY, THIS DRAWING WILL HAVEBEEN ENLARGED OR REDUCED,AFFECTING ALL LABELED SCALES.
1" ACTUAL
AS NOTED
DATE
SCHEMATIC DESIGN04/15/15
2
0
9
E
.
B
L
E
E
K
E
R
S
T
R
E
E
T
"
H
A
Y
E
S
H
O
U
S
E
"
A
S
P
E
N
C
O
8
1
6
1
1
BRICK CHIMNEY
WOOD SHINGLES
HORIZONTAL SIDING
SIMPLE WOOD COLUMNS
FOR PORCH
BACK SHED ROOF
HORIZONTAL SIDING
BACK SHED ROOF
SIDE VIEW
(S. HUNTER STREET)
FRONT VIEW
(E. HOPKINS AVENUE)
BACK VIEW
(ALLEY)
HISTORICAL
CABIN
CORNER OF HOPKINS
& HUNTER
THIS CABIN HAS SIMILAR
DESIGN TYPOGRAPHY AS
THE ORIGINAL
209 BLEEKER CABIN.
ORIGINAL DOORS
(FOUND IN EXISTING CABIN
BASEMENT. TO BE
RESTORED AND USED AT
FRONT DOOR)
P
5
5
I
V
.
A
.
MEMORANDUM
TO: Aspen Historic Preservation Commission
FROM: Amy Simon, Historic Preservation Officer
RE: Update to Historic Preservation Design Guidelines- Chapters 2-7
DATE: September 23, 2015
SUMMARY: HPC’s current design guidelines were adopted in 2000. Amendments were
initiated in 2004 and in 2010, but not completed due to budget constraints and intervening
projects which sidetracked the work.
Staff has revisited the progress made previously and incorporated it into a new proposed update.
We will present the information to HPC in three segments in September and October. We plan
to visit directly with several design firms in Aspen to take their input, and we will hold a
lunchtime meeting for the public. The last of HPC’s reviews of the draft will be a noticed public
hearing.
Council adoption of the guidelines will be required at the end of the process.
The purpose of the amendments is to incorporate knowledge that has been gained from 15 years
of using the document. In addition we aim to better address distinctions between Aspen
Victorian and AspenModern era resources. We have updated the graphic presentation, provided
better illustrations, and simplified and abbreviated the text where possible.
The changes are too comprehensive to provide a red-lined version indicating all new and
removed language. The proposed and existing guidelines are provided for reference.
Staff asks that HPC verify that the content is appropriate, or indicate what should be re-written.
Illustrations can be added or removed. The board should consider whether there are any
additional guidelines that are needed given experience in using the document.
P56
IV.B.
24 • City of Aspen • Historic Preservation Design Guidelines
This chapter addresses the treatment of primary
historic building materials—those that compose the
dominant exterior surfaces of historic buildings. The
treatment of materials used for architectural trim is
addressed in a separate chapter.
In Aspen, wood siding and masonry have been
the typical primary building materials for both
AspenVictorian and AspenModern landmarks. For
AspenVictorian properties, horizontal clapboard was
the most common material for residences. Most
downtown buildings are brick or stone. AspenModern
often used stucco, concrete block and brick. In each
case, the distinct characteristics of the primary
building material, including the scale of the material
unit, its texture and finish, are key features that
contribute to the historic character of a building.
The best way to preserve historic building materials
is through well-planned maintenance. Wood surfaces
are best protected with a good application of paint or
stain. For paint guidelines, see Chapter 16: Painting
and Maintenance - General Information.
Horizontal surfaces such as chimneys, caps, sills,
railings, and parapet copings are likely to show the
most wear because they are more exposed and may
retain water for longer periods of time.
When deterioration occurs, repairing the material
rather than replacing it is preferred.
It is important that the extent of replacement
materials be minimized, because the original
materials contribute to the authenticity of the property
as a historic resource. Even when the replacement
material exactly matches that of the original, the
integrity of a historic building is to some degree
compromised when extensive amounts are removed.
This is because the original material exhibits a record
of the labor and craftsmanship of an earlier time and
this is lost when materials are replaced.
It is also important to recognize that all materials
weather over time and that an aged finish, or patina
does not represent an inferior material, but simply
reflects the longevity of the building. Preserving
original materials that show signs of wear is therefore
preferred to replacement.
AspenModern properties which exhibit deterioration
may require more substantial material replacement
in order to preserve the original design intent. For
example, CMU block that has been damaged over
time may need to be entirely replaced in order to
preserve the monochrome coloring or crisp edges
indicative of the style. Replacement of materials on
AspenModern properties is handled on a case by case
basis.
Chapter 2: Building Materials
Policy: Historic building materials should be
preserved in place whenever feasible. When the
material is damaged, then limited replacement
that matches the original in appearance should
be considered. Primary historic building materials
should never be covered or subjected to harsh
cleaning treatments.
chapter 2: building materials
P57
IV.B.
City of Aspen • Historic Preservation Design Guidelines • 25
Treatment of Materials
2.1 Preserve original building materials.
• Do not remove siding that is in good condition or that can be
repaired in place.
• Masonry features that define the overall historic character, such
as walls, cornices, pediments, steps and foundations, should be
preserved.
• Avoid rebuilding a major portion of an exterior wall that could
be repaired in place. Reconstruction may result in a building which no
longer retains its historic integrity.
• Original AspenModern materials may be replaced inkind if it has
been determined that the weathering detracts from the original design
intent or philosophy.
2.2 The finish of materials should be as it would have existed
historically.
• Masonry naturally has a water-protective layer to protect it from
the elements. Brick or stone that was not historically painted shall
not be painted.
• If masonry that was not painted historically was given a coat of
paint at some more recent time, consider removing it, using appropriate
methods.
• Wood should be painted, stained or natural, as appropriate to the
style and history of the building.
Repair of Materials
2.3 Maintain masonry walls in good condition.
• Original mortar that is in good condition should be preserved in
place.
• Repoint only those mortar joints where there is evidence of a
moisture problem or when mortar is missing.
• Duplicate the original mortar in strength, composition, color, texture,
joint width and profile.
• Mortar joints should be cleared with hand tools. Using electric saws
and hammers to remove mortar can seriously damage the adjacent
brick.
• On Victorian era, softer bricks, do not use mortar with a high
portland cement content, which will be substantially harder than the
brick and does not allow for expansion and contraction. The result is
deterioration of the brick itself.
• See Chapter 16: Painting and Maintenance - General Information.
chapter 2: building materials
Monitor the condition of horizontal
surfaces that collect snow and water
Repair of historic siding in preparation for
new paint
P58
IV.B.
26 • City of Aspen • Historic Preservation Design Guidelines
chapter 2: building materials
Replacement of Materials
2.4 Match the original material in composition,
scale and finish when replacing materials on primary
surfaces.
• If the original material is wood clapboard for example,
then the replacement material must be wood as well. It
should match the original in size, and the amount of exposed
lap and finish.
• Replace only the amount required. If a few boards are
damaged beyond repair, then only those should be replaced,
not the entire wall. For Aspen Modern buildings, sometimes
the replacement of a larger area is required to preserve the
integrity of the design intent.
2.5 Do not use synthetic materials as replacements for
original building materials.
• Original building materials such as wood siding and brick
should not be replaced with synthetic materials. This includes
cementitious siding.
Covering Materials
2.6 Covering original building materials with new
materials is inappropriate.
• Regardless of their character, new materials obscure the
original, historically significant material.
• Any material that covers historic materials may also trap
moisture between the two layers. This will cause accelerated
deterioration to the historic material which may go unnoticed.
2.7 Remove layers that cover the original material.
• Once the non-historic siding is removed, repair the original,
underlying material.
The same building prior to alteration.
A cornice has been installed over the original brick.
A sign was installed overtop of the
original decorative molding The molding after restoration The same house after non-historic siding materials
were removed to expose original clapboard
The original siding on this house was covered with
asbestos shingles
P59
IV.B.
City of Aspen • Historic Preservation Design Guidelines • 27
chapter 2: building materials
A cornice has been installed over the original brick.
P60
IV.B.
28 • City of Aspen • Historic Preservation Design Guidelines
Background
Windows are some of the most important character-
defining features of historic structures. They give
scale to buildings and provide visual interest to the
composition of individual facades. In fact, distinct
window designs help define many historic building
styles. For example, AspenModern properties in
the Wrightian/Organic style typically have mitered
windows that blur the line between the outside and
the inside. The treatment of a historic window and
the addition of a new opening to a historic structure
requires careful consideration.
Key Features of Windows
The size, shape, location, and proportions of historic
windows are among their essential
features. Many Aspen Victorian windows
were “double hung” with two sliding
vertical sashes. These windows were
usually sparsely placed around the
structure. In contrast, a key defining
feature of the Modern Chalet is large areas
of glazing spanning from floor to roofline.
The design of window casings, the depth
and profile of window sash elements
and the materials of which they were
constructed are also important features.
Window Types
Window types typically found on Aspen
landmarks include:
• Casement - hinged windows that
swing open, typically to the outside.
• Double Hung - Two sash elements,
one above the other; both upper and
lower sashes slide within tracks on the
window jambs.
• Single Hung - Two sash elements, one above the
other; only the lower sash moves.
• Fixed - The sash does not move.
• Mitered - Also known as butt glazed windows,
two windows that are joined together to create a 90
degree corner.
Policy: The character-defining features of historic
windows and their distincitive arrangement on
a wall should be preserved. This is especially
important on primary facades. New windows
should be in character with the historic building.
chapter 3: windows
Chapter 3: WindoWs
Casement Windows
Fixed Windows
Mitered Windows
Double Hung Windows
P61
IV.B.
City of Aspen • Historic Preservation Design Guidelines • 29
Deterioration of Historic Windows
Properly maintained, original windows will provide excellent service for centuries. Most problems that occur
result from a lack of proper maintenance.
Water damage and the ultra-violet degradation caused by sunlight are major concerns, specifically for wood
windows. If surfaces fail to drain properly, water may be introduced which quickly begins to cause material
damage. In most cases, windows are protected if a good coat of paint or stain is maintained.
Repair or Replacement of Historic Windows
Whenever possible, repair a historic window, rather than replace it. In most cases it is in fact more economical
to repair the existing frame and glass rather than to replace them. Even when replaced with an exact duplicate
window, a portion of the historic building fabric is lost when new windows are installed, and therefore such
treatment should be avoided.
Inspect historic windows to determine their condition. Distinguish superficial signs of deterioration from actual
failure of window components. Peeling paint, dried wood, or a rotted sill, for example, are serious problems,
but often do not indicate that a window is beyond repair. Patching and splicing in new material for only those
portions that are decayed is preferred. Complete window replacement will only be approved when unavoidable,
on a case-by-case basis.
While replacing an entire window assemply is discouraged, it may be necessary in some cases. When a
window is to be replaced, the new one should match the appearance of the original to the greatest extent
possible, including the material, size and proportion of window elements, glass and sash components, the
original profile, and the original depth of the window opening.
Energy Conservation
In some cases, owners may be concerned that an older window is inefficient in terms of energy conservation.
In winter, for example, heat loss associated with an older window may make a room uncomfortable and
increase heating costs. In fact, most heat loss is associated with air leakage though gaps that are the result of
a lack of maintenance, rather than loss of energy through the single pane of glass found in historic windows.
The glazing compound may be cracked or missing, allowing air to move around the glass. Sash members also
may have shifted, leaving a gap for heat loss. Adding a storm window, which was typical practice in the 19th
century, or weather stripping successfully addresses air leakage while preserving the historic window.
chapter 3: windows
P62
IV.B.
30 • City of Aspen • Historic Preservation Design Guidelines Restored window
Restore window openings to their original
size
Treatment of Windows
3.1 Preserve the functional and decorative features of a historic
window.
• Features important to the character of a window include its frame,
sash, muntins/mullions, sills, heads, jambs, moldings, operations, and
groupings of windows.
• Repair frames and sashes rather than replacing them.
• Preserve the original glass. If original Victorian era glass is broken,
consider using restoration glass for the repair.
3.2 Preserve the position, number, and arrangement of historic
windows in a building wall.
• Enclosing a historic window is inappropriate.
• Do not change the size of an original window opening.
Replacement of windows that are beyond repair, or have been removed
3.3 Match a replacement window to the original in its design.
• If the original is double-hung, then the replacement window must
also be double-hung. If the sash have divided lights, match that
characteristic as well.
3.4 In a replacement window, use materials that are the same
as the original.
3.5 Preserve the size and proportion of a historic window
opening.
• Changing the window opening is not permitted.
• Consider restoring an original window opening that was enclosed in
the past.
3.6 Match, as closely as possible, the profile of the sash and
its components to that of the original window.
• A historic window often has a complex profile. Within the window’s
casing, the sash steps back to the plane of the glazing (glass) in
several increments. These increments, which individually only measure
in eighths or quarters of inches, are important details. They distinguish
the actual window from the surrounding plane of the wall.
• The historic profile on AspenModern properties is typically minimal.
chapter 3: windows
Restored storefront
Look for evidence of original openings
and restore
P63
IV.B.
City of Aspen • Historic Preservation Design Guidelines • 31
Adding Windows
3.7 Adding new openings on a historic structure is discouraged.
• Greater flexibility in installing new windows may be considered on
rear or secondary walls.
• New windows should be similar in scale to the historic openings
on the building, but should in some way be distinguishable as new,
through the use of somewhat different detailing, etc.
• Preserve the historic ratio of window openings to solid wall on
a façade.
• Significantly increasing the amount of glass on a character defining
façade will negatively affect the integrity of a structure.
Energy Conservation
3.8 Use a storm window to enhance energy conservation rather
than to replace a historic window.
• Install a storm window on the interior, when feasible. This will allow
the character of the original window to be seen from the public way.
• If a storm window is to be installed on the exterior, match the sash
design and material of the original window. It should fit tightly within
the window opening without the need for sub-frames or panning
around the perimeter.
chapter 3: windows
Exterior mounted wood storm windows
P64
IV.B.
32 • City of Aspen • Historic Preservation Design Guidelines
Background
Doors are important character-defining features of
historic structures, which give scale to buildings and
provide visual interest to the composition of individual
facades. Many historic doors are noted for their
materials, placement and finishes.
Door Features
Important features include the materials and details
of the door itself, its frame, sill, head, jamb and any
flanking windows or transoms.
Door Types
Door types found on historic structures in Aspen
include:
• Doorway with transom - Typically a wooden
door topped with a rectangular transom with glass.
• Half-lite door - This type of door has a wide
sash of glass in the upper portion of the door. Many
early Aspen houses have half-lite doors.
• Full-lite door - This type of door is predominantly
glass.
• Paneled door - Wooden door with raised panels.
• Slab door - A door without panels or glass.
Policy: The character-defining features of a historic
door and its distinct materials and placement
should be preserved. A new door should be in
character with the historic building.
chapter 4: doors
Chapter 4: d oors
Doorway with transom
Half-lite door with double arched windows
Full-lite doorSlab door
P65
IV.B.
City of Aspen • Historic Preservation Design Guidelines • 33
Deterioration
A typical Aspen Victorian door is sheltered by a porch, which extends the life of the door. However,
deterioration can still occur due to water damage, weathering, and constant use. AspenModern properties
typically have minimal roof overhangs or porches. As a result of deterioration, some historic doors do not
properly fit their openings and allow moisture and air into the building.
Repair of Historic Doors
A problem door sometimes just needs to be re-hung in order to properly work. If is often easier and more
economical to repair an existing door rather than to replace it. This is preferred because the original materials
contribute to the historic character of the building. Even when replaced with an exact duplicate, a portion of the
historic building fabric is lost and such treatment should be avoided.
When rehabilitating a historic door it is important to maintain original doors, jambs, transoms, window panes
and hardware. Surfaces may require cleaning and patching and some components may be deteriorated beyond
repair. Patching and splicing in new material for only those portions that are decayed should be considered in
such a case, rather than replacing the entire door.
Replacement Doors
Replacing an entire door assembly is discouraged. When a door must be replaced, the new one should match
the original. A frequent concern is the material of the replacement door. Using the same material as the
original is required. If the historic door was wood, then use a wood replacement. It is important to preserve the
original frame, as well, when feasible.
Door Function
The historic front door on a primary facade must be the main entrance into the building. Aspen Victorians with
two front doors are permitted to fix one of the doors in place so that it does not operate. The procedure to fix
the door must be reversible.
Energy Conservation
Owners may be concerned about the energy efficiency of old doors that seem to leak cold air during the winter.
Most heat loss is associated with air leakage through the space below the door.
The most cost-effective energy conservation measure for a typical historic door is to install weather stripping
along the door frame, to fit the door to the jamb and threshold and to caulk any window panes. These
measures will dramatically reduce heat loss while preserving historic features. If additional energy savings are
a concern, consider installing a storm door. This may be applied to the exterior of the door. If a storm door is to
be installed, it should match the design and materials of the original door.
chapter 4: doors
P66
IV.B.
34 • City of Aspen • Historic Preservation Design Guidelines
Treatment of Existing Doors
These guidelines for the treatment of doors apply to all existing and
proposed exterior doors, and screen doors.
4.1 Preserve historically significant doors.
• Maintain features important to the character
of a historic doorway. These include the door,
door frame, screen door, threshold, glass panes,
paneling, hardware, detailing, transoms and
flanking sidelights.
• Do not change the position and function of
original front doors and primary entrances.
• If a secondary entrance must be sealed shut,
any work that is done must be reversible so that
the door can be used at a later time, if necessary.
Also, keep the door in place, in its historic position.
• Previously enclosed original doors should be
reopened when possible.
4.2 Maintain the original size of a door and its opening.
• Altering its size and shape is inappropriate. It should not be
widened or raised in height.
4.3 When a historic door or screen door is damaged, repair it
and maintain its general historic appearance.
• For additional information see Chapter 16: Painting and
Maintenance - General Information.
Replacement Doors
4.4 When replacing a door or screen door, use
a design that has an appearance similar to
the original door or a door associated with the
style of the building.
• A replica of the original, if evidence exists, is
the preferred replacement.
• A historic door or screen door from a similar
building also may be considered.
• Simple paneled doors were typical for
AspenVictorian properties.
• Very ornate doors, including stained
or leaded glass, are discouraged, unless
photographic evidence can support their use.
chapter 4: doors
Many Victorian era homes in Aspen had two front doors; one for
receiving guests and one for family use
A new screen door
P67
IV.B.
City of Aspen • Historic Preservation Design Guidelines • 35
Adding Doors
4.5 Locate new doors on the historic building in a sensitive
manner.
• Greater flexibility in installing a door in a new location may be
considered on rear or secondary walls.
• A new door in a new location should be similar in scale and style
to historic openings on the building and should be a product of its own
time.
• Preserve the historic ratio of openings to solid wall on a facade.
Significantly increasing the openings on a character defining facade
negatively affects the integrity of a structure.
Energy Conservation
4.6 New storm or screen doors should be in character with the
primary door.
• New screen doors should be in character with the primary door.
Match the material, frame design, character, and color of the primary
door.
4.7 If energy conservation and heat loss are concerns, use a
storm door instead of replacing a historic entry door.
• Simple features that do not detract from the historic entry door are
appropriate for a new storm door.
Door Hardware
4.8 Preserve historic hardware.
• When new hardware is needed, it must be in scale with the door
and appropriate to the style of the building.
• On Aspen Victorian properties, conceal any modern elements such
as entry key pads.
chapter 4: doors
new door
hardware
P68
IV.B.
36 • City of Aspen • Historic Preservation Design Guidelines
Background
In the 19th century, front, side and rear porches
were popular features in residential design. A porch
protects an entrance from snow and provides shade
in the summer. It also provides a sense of scale and
aesthetic quality to the facade of a building. A porch
often connects a house to its context by orienting the
entrance to the street. Because of their importance as
character-defining features, porches should receive
sensitive treatment during exterior rehabilitation and
restoration work.
Some AspenModern styles employed recessed entries
and roof overhangs as porches. Open balconies are
common on Chalet and Modern Chalet buildings.
Key Features
Porches and balconies vary as much as architectural
styles. They differ in height, scale, location, materials
and articulation. A porch or balcony may be cut in,
project or wrap around a corner and it may have
elaborate details and finishes. Although they vary in
character, most AspenVictorian porches have these
elements in common:
• Balustrades or railings
• Posts/columns
• Architectural details
• Hipped/shed/flat roofs
These elements often correspond to the architectural
style of the house and therefore, the building’s design
character should be considered before any major
rehabilitation or restoration work is done.
Aspen Modern properties sometimes
feature traditional proches, but may have
Policy: An original porch or balcony should be
preserved. In cases where the features or balcony
has been altered, it should be restored to its
original appearance.
chapter 5: porches
Chapter 5: porChes & BalConies
An entry porch on a Pan Adobe building
A Victorian porch
A balcony on a chalet
P69
IV.B.
City of Aspen • Historic Preservation Design Guidelines • 37
balconies which run the full width or length of a structure and sit 1/2
story of a full story above the ground. The balustrade may be decorative
or simple squared rails.
Deterioration
Because of constant exposure to sun and rain and the fact that a porch
or balcony is open to the elements, it decays faster than other portions
of a building. Furthermore, if water is not channeled away from the
foundation of a porch, its footings may be damaged. Peeling paint is a
common symptom. In some cases a porch or balcony may experience
sagging or detachment from the main structure due to settling.
Repair of Porches
After discovering structural or cosmetic problems, a porch or balcony
should be repaired rather than replaced. Repair is preferred to
replacement because the original materials contribute to the historic
character of the porch. Even when replaced with an exact duplicate, a
portion of the historic building fabric is lost; therefore, such treatment
should be avoidable when feasible.
Reconstructing a porch or balcony that is beyond repair or has
been removed
When reconstruction is necessary, research the history of the building to
determine the original design of the feature. Look for physical evidence
including “ghost lines” on walls that indicate the outline of the features as
it once existed. Reference similar buildings for guidance if needed.
Treatment
5.1 Preserve an original porch or balcony.
• Replace missing posts and railings when necessary. Match the
original proportions, material and spacing of balusters.
• Expanding the size of a historic porch or balcony is inappropriate.
5.2 Avoid removing or covering historic materials and details.
• Removing an original balustrade, for example, is inappropriate.
5.3 Enclosing a porch or balcony is not appropriate.
• Reopening an enclosed porch or balcony is appropriate.
Reconstruction
5.4 If reconstruction is necessary, match the original in form,
character and detail.
• Match original materials.
• When reconstructing an original porch or balcony without historic
photographs, use dimensions and characteristics found on comparable
buildings. Keep style and form simple with minimal, and if any,
decorative elements.
chapter 5: porches
A historic porch where the original
posts and details were replaced with an
inaccurate design
Handrails are susceptible to deterioration
A restored porch based on historic
documentation
P70
IV.B.
38 • City of Aspen • Historic Preservation Design Guidelines
chapter 5: porches
Steps and Handrails
5.5 If new steps are to be added, construct them out of the same primary materials used on the
original, and design them to be in scale with the porch or balcony
• Steps should be located in the original location.
• Step width should relate to the scale of entry doors, spacing between posts, depth of deck, etc.
• Brick, red sandtone, grey concrete, or wood are appropriate materials for steps.
5.6 Avoid adding handrails on steps where they did not exist historically, particularly where
visible from the street.
• If handrails are needed, keep their design simple in character and different from the historic detailing on
the porch or balcony.
An enclosed porch significantly changes the character of the
historic structure
The porch is restored, based on historic documentation
P71
IV.B.
City of Aspen • Historic Preservation Design Guidelines • 39
chapter 5: porches
P72
IV.B.
40 • City of Aspen • Historic Preservation Design Guidelines
Background
Architectural details play several roles in defining
the character of a historic structure. They add visual
interest, distinguish certain building styles and types,
and often showcase superior craftsmanship. While
architectural details on many styles are ornamental
in nature, some are very simple. In both cases, the
character of the details contributes to the significance
of historic properties. Features such as window
hoods, brackets and posts exhibit materials and
finishes often associated with particular styles.
Treatment & Repair
Preserving original architectural details is critical to
the integrity of the building. Where replacement is
required, one should remove only those portions that
are deteriorated beyond repair. Even if an architectural
detail is replaced with an exact copy of the original,
the integrity of the building as a historic resource is
diminished. Therefore, preservation of the original
material is preferred.
Replacement
Using a material to match the historic material is
always the best approach. In unique circumstances,
a substitute material may be considered when it
appears similar in composition, design, color, and
texture to the original. Substitute materials may be
considered when the original is not available, where
the original is known to be susceptible to rapid decay,
or where maintenance access may be difficult.
Policy: Architectural details help establish a
historic building’s distinct visual character and
should be preserved. If architectural details are
damaged beyond repair, replacements should
match the original detailing.
Chapter 6: a rChite Ctural details
chapter 6: architectural details
An ornate Queen Anne home
Simple miner’s cottage with ornate details
P73
IV.B.
City of Aspen • Historic Preservation Design Guidelines • 41
Treatment of Architectural Features
6.1 Preserve significant architectural features.
• Repair only those features that are deteriorated.
• Patch, piece-in, splice, consolidate or otherwise upgrade the
existing materials, using recognized preservation methods whenever
possible.
• On AspenModern properties, repair is preferred, however, it may be
more important to preserve the integrity of the original design intent,
such as crisp edges, rather than to retain heavily deteriorated material.
• Isolated areas of damage may be stabilized or fixed, using
consolidants. Epoxies and resins may be considered for wood repair
and special masonry repair components also may be used.
6.2 When disassembly of a historic element is necessary for its
restoration, use methods that minimize damage to the original
material.
• Document its location so it may be repositioned accurately. Always
devise methods of replacing the disassembled material in its original
configuration.
6.3 Remove only the portion of the detail that is deteriorated
and must be replaced.
• Match the original in composition, scale, and finish when replacing
materials or features.
• If the original detail was made of wood, for example, then the
replacement material should be wood, when feasible. It should match
the original in size and finish.
6.4 Repair or replacement of missing or deteriorated features
should be based on original designs.
• The design should be substantiated by physical or pictorial
evidence to avoid creating a misrepresentation of the building’s
heritage.
• When reconstruction of an element is impossible because there
is no historical evidence, develop a compatible new design that is a
simplified interpretation of the original, and maintains similar scale,
proportion and material.
6.5 Do not guess at “historic” designs for replacement parts.
• Where “scars” on the exterior suggest that architectural features
existed, but there is no other physical or photographic evidence, then
new features may be designed that are similar in character to related
buildings.
• Using ornate materials on a building or adding new conjectural
detailing for which there is no documentation is inappropriate.
chapter 6: architectural details
Broken balusters within this railing were
carefully replicated
The Health Club at the Aspen Meadows
features a simple, but carefully detailed
fascia
A portion of the metal crown on the Elk’s
Building was missing and needed to be
replicated.
The restored dome on the Elk’s Building
P74
IV.B.
42 • City of Aspen • Historic Preservation Design Guidelines
Background
The character of the roof is a major feature for most
historic structures. In each case, the roof pitch,
materials, size and orientation are all distinct features
that contribute to its character. AspenVictorian
properties have a range of gabled, hip, shed, and flat
roof forms depending on building type. AspenModern
properties typically have a range of gable, parabolic,
butterfly or flat roof forms depending on the
architectural style. Although the function of a roof is
to protect a structure from the elements, it contributes
to overall architectural character of the building.
Characteristics Most Associated with Aspen
Architectural Styles
• Deep Overhangs - Chalet, modern chalet, rustic,
Wrightian
• Flat roof, minimal eaves - Modern
• Gables, shed - Victorian
Deterioration
The roof is the structure’s main defense against the
elements. Over time all components of the roofing
system are vulnerable to leaking and damage. When
the roof begins to experience failure it can affect other
parts of the structure by no longer acting as a barrier
from water, wind, and exposure. Common sources of
roof leaks include:
• Cracks in chimney masonry
• Loose flashing around chimneys and ridges
• Loose or missing roof shingles
• Cracks in roof membranes caused by settling
rafters
• Water backup from plugged gutters
• Ice dams
Repairing a Historic Roof
When repairing a historic roof it is important to
preserve its historic character. It is not appropriate
to alter the pitch of a historic roof, or to change the
orientation of the roof to the street. Eave overhangs,
especially on AspenModern properties, are extremely
important to the style of the house and should be
preserved.
Gutters, Downspouts, Snowstops, and Snow
Fences
Gutters and downspouts are used to divert water
away from a structure. Without this drainage system,
water may splash off the roof onto exterior walls and
run along the foundation of the building. Snowstops
and snow fences are used to protect inhabitants
Policy: The character of a historical roof, including
its form and materials, should be preserved.
chapter 7: roofs
Chapter 7: roofs
Deep overhangs on a chalet
P75
IV.B.
City of Aspen • Historic Preservation Design Guidelines • 43
and the building from the sudden snow avalanches that rip off architectural details and can cause serious
injury. Gutters can be seen in some 19th century photos of historic buildings and are more common on Aspen
Modern structures. Overall, the visual impact of these functional elements should be minimized.
Dormers
Historically, a dormer was sometimes added to create more head room and light in an attic. It typically had a
vertical emphasis and was usually placed as a single element or in a pair on a roof. A dormer did not dominate
a roof form. A new dormer should always read as a subordinate element to the primary roof plane. A new
dormer should never be so large that the original roof line is obscured. It should also be set back from the roof
edge and located below the roof ridge. In addition, the style of the new dormer should be in keeping with that of
the building. Dormers are generally foreign to some architectural styles, such as Modernism.
Roof Materials
Exterior roof materials like shingles are usually not original on AspenVictorian properties due to age and
replacement over time. Periodic replacement of roofing is accepted. However, roof sheating and structure
is typically original on most of these buildings should be preserved. When repairing or altering a historic roof,
do not remove significant materials that are in good condition. Always repairs materials when feasible. For
example, sister beams when roof rafters need more structural integrity rather than removing and replacing
the element. Where replacement is necessary, use a material that is similar to the original in style and texture.
Some AspenModern styles exposed roof rafters on the interiors and under deep overhangs as part of the
architectural style. These character defining features must be preserved.
Additions to Roofs
Many Aspen residences have original chimneys. Wood burning appliances are no longer allowed in the City of
Aspen, which means that historic chimneys are being retrofitted to accommodate other vents. New venting of
any type added to a roof should be low profile, carefully located, and painted a matte black or dark color to not
detract from the historic chimney.
Treatment of Roofs
7.1 Preserve the original form of a roof.
• Do not alter the angle of a historic roof. Preserve the orientation
and slope of the roof as seen from the street.
• Retain and repair original and decorative roof detailing.
• Where the original roof form has been altered, consider
restoration.
7.2 Preserve the original eave depth.
• Overhangs contribute to the scale and detailing of a historic
resource.
• AspenModern properties typically have very deep or extremely
minimal overhangs that are key character defining features of the
architectural style.
7.3 Minimize the visual impacts of skylights and other rooftop
devices.
• Skylights and solar panels are only acceptable on a flat roof of a
historic structure. These elements may be appropriate on an addition.
chapter 7: roofs
Skylights are inappropriate on a miner’s
cottage
The historic resource after the skylights were
removed
P76
IV.B.
44 • City of Aspen • Historic Preservation Design Guidelines
7.4 New vents should be minimized carefully, placed and
painted a dark color.
• Direct vents for fireplaces are generally not permitted to be added
on historic structures.
7.5 Preserve original chimneys, even if they are made non-
functional.
• Reconstruct a missing chimney when doumentation exists.
7.6 A new dormer should remain subordinate to the historic roof
in scale and character.
• A new dormer is not appropriate on a primary, character defining
façade.
• A new dormer should fit within the existing wall plane. It should be
lower than the ridgeline and set in from the eave. It should also be in
proportion with the building.
• The mass and scale of a dormer addition must be subordinate to
the scale of the historic building.
• While dormers improve the livability of upper floor spaces where
low plate heights exist, they also complicate the roof and may not be
appropriate on very simple structures.
Materials
7.7 Preserve original roof materials.
• Avoid removing historic roofing material that is in good condition.
When replacement is necessary, use a material that is similar to the
original in both style as well as physical qualities and use a color that is
similar to that seen historically.
7.8 New or replacement roof materials should convey a scale,
color and texture similar to the original.
• If a substitute is used, such as composition shingle, the roof
material should be earth tone and have a matte, non-reflective finish.
• Flashing should be in scale with the roof material.
• Flashing should be tin, lead coated copper, galvanized or painted
metal and have a matte, non-reflective finish.
• Design flashing, such as drip edges, so that architectural details are
not obscured.
• A metal roof is inappropriate for an AspenVictorian primary home
but may be appropriate for a secondary structure from that time period.
• A metal roof material should have a matte, non-reflective finish and
match the original seaming.
chapter 7: roofs
These new chimney vents are consistent
with the building type, located behind the
ridgeline, and painted a dark color
This non-historic chimney is overscaled
for the miner’s cottage
A historic resource before dormers were
added
New dormers that are too large can
change the massing of the original
building
P77
IV.B.
City of Aspen • Historic Preservation Design Guidelines • 45
7.11 Avoid using conjectural features on a roof.
• Adding ornamental cresting, for example, where there is no
evidence that it existed creates a false impression of the building’s
original appearance, and is inappropriate.
7.12 Design gutters so that their visibility on the structure is
minimized to the extent possible
• In most cases, downspouts were not a part of the historic character
and new ones should be placed in locations that are not visible from
the street if possible, or in locations that do not obscure architectural
detailing on the building.
• The material used for the gutters should be in character with the
style of the building.
chapter 7: roofs
Preserve original roof cresting, as found
on the Sardy House
Preserve original roof material when
possible
These simple gutters are in character
with a miner’s cottage
P78
IV.B.
Historic Building Materials
City of Aspen Historic Preservation Design Guidelines page 39
Chapter 2Chapter 2Chapter 2Chapter 2Chapter 2
Historic Building MaterialsHistoric Building MaterialsHistoric Building MaterialsHistoric Building MaterialsHistoric Building Materials
Typical historic siding materials are wood, stone and brick. Stone
frequently was used for foundations and trim elements although a
few commercial structures are entirely stone. Other materials
include stucco and concrete block.
ShingleShingleShingleShingleShingle Ship-LapShip-LapShip-LapShip-LapShip-Lap
ClapboardClapboardClapboardClapboardClapboard Board & BattenBoard & BattenBoard & BattenBoard & BattenBoard & Batten
Ashlar StoneAshlar StoneAshlar StoneAshlar StoneAshlar StoneBrickBrickBrickBrickBrick
Background
This chapter addresses the treatment of primary
historic building materials—those that compose
the dominant exterior surfaces of historic
buildings. The treatment of materials used for
architectural trim is addressed in a separate
chapter.
In Aspen, wood siding and masonry have been
the typical primary building materials. Wood
siding occurs in a variety of forms but painted,
horizontal clapboard was the most popular. A
variety of lap profiles, including clapboard and
ship-lap were used. In each case, the distinct
characteristics of the primary building material,
including the scale of the material unit, its texture
and finish, contribute to the historic character of
a building. Post WWII historic structures often
used stucco, concrete block and poured concrete.
The best way to preserve historic building
materials is through well-planned maintenance.
Wood surfaces are best protected with a good
application of paint. For paint guidelines, see the
"Color" section in the General Guidelines chapter.
In masonry, horizontal surfaces such as chimneys,
sills and parapet copings are likely to show the
most wear because they are more exposed and
may hold water for longer periods of time.
When deterioration occurs, repairing the material
rather than replacing it is preferred. Frequently,
damaged materials can be patched or
Policy:
Historic building materials should be preserved in place whenever feasible.
When the material is damaged, then limited replacement that matches the
original in appearance should be considered. Primary historic building
materials should never be covered or subjected to harsh cleaning
treatments.
P79
IV.B.
Chapter 2
page 40 City of Aspen Historic Preservation Design Guidelines
consolidated using special bonding agents. In
other situations, however, some portion of the
material may be beyond repair. In such a case,
the HPC will consider replacement. The new
material should match the original in appearance.
If wood siding had been used historically, for
example, the replacement must also be wood.
It is important that the extent of replacement
materials be minimized, because the original
materials contribute to the authenticity of the
property as a historic resource. Even when the
replacement material exactly matches that of the
original, the integrity of a historic building is to
some degree compromised when extensive
amounts are removed. This is because the original
material exhibits a record of the labor and
craftsmanship of an earlier time and this is lost
when it is replaced.
It is also important to recognize that all materials
weather over time and that a scarred finish does
not represent an inferior material, but simply
reflects the age of the building. Preserving original
materials that show signs of wear is therefore
preferred to replacement.
Rather than replace siding, some property owners
consider covering the original building material.
Aluminum and vinyl are examples of materials
that are often discussed. Using any material,
either synthetic or conventional to cover historic
materials, is inappropriate. Doing so will obscure
the original character and change the dimensions
of walls, which is particularly noticeable around
door and window openings. The extra layer may
in fact cause additional decay, both by its method
of attachment and because it may trap moisture
inside the historic wall. For similar reasons, if
original wall materials are presently covered with
a more recent siding, remove the outer layer and
restore the original.
In Modernist buildings, elements may be
considered for replacement if they are
deteriorated in a way that detracts from the
original aesthetic intent of the design philosophy.
Decorative wood siding should be preserved.
Ashlar stone is a significant feature that should be preserved. The
beaded character of the mortar is also important.
P80
IV.B.
Historic Building Materials
City of Aspen Historic Preservation Design Guidelines page 41
Treatment of Materials
2.1 Preserve original building materials.
• Do not remove siding that is in good
condition or that can be repaired in place.
• Only remove siding which is deteriorated
and must be replaced.
• Masonry features that define the overall
historic character, such as walls, cornices,
pediments, steps and foundations, should
be preserved.
• Avoid rebuilding a major portion of an
exterior wall that could be repaired.
Reconstruction may result in a building
which no longer retains its historic integrity.
2.2 Protect wood features from deterioration.
• Provide proper drainage and ventilation to
minimize rot.
• Maintain protective coatings to retard drying
and ultraviolet damage.
2.3 Plan repainting carefully.
• Always prepare a good substrate. Prior to
painting, remove damaged or deteriorated
paint only to the next intact layer, using the
gentlest means possible.
• Use compatible paints. Some latex paints
will not bond well to earlier oil-based paints
without a primer coat.
2.4 Brick or stone that was not painted
historically should not be painted.
• Masonry naturally has a water-protective
layer, or patina, to protect it from the
elements.
Protect wood features from deterioration. Maintain protective
coatings to retard drying and ultraviolet damage. If the building
was painted originally, it should remain painted.
Plan repainting carefully. Always prepare a good substrate. Also,
use compatible paints.
P81
IV.B.
Chapter 2
page 42 City of Aspen Historic Preservation Design Guidelines
Repair of Materials
2.5 Repair deteriorated primary building
materials by patching, piecing-in, consolidating
or otherwise reinforcing the material.
• Avoid the removal of damaged materials
that can be repaired.
• Isolated areas of damage may be stabilized
or fixed, using consolidants. Epoxies and
resins may be considered for wood repair
and special masonry repair components also
may be used.
2.6 Maintain masonry walls in good condition.
• Original mortar that is in good condition
should be preserved in place.
• Repoint only those mortar joints where there
is evidence of a moisture problem or when
mortar is missing.
• Duplicate the original mortar in strength,
composition, color, texture, joint width and
profile.
• Mortar joints should be cleared with hand
tools. Using electric saws and hammers to
remove mortar can seriously damage the
adjacent brick.
• Do not use mortar with a high portland
cement content, which will be substantially
harder than the brick and does not allow for
expansion and contraction. The result is
deterioration of the brick itself.
• See Chapter 14: General Guidelines for
masonry cleaning.
Do not use mortar with a high portland cement content, which will
be substantially harder than the brick and does not allow for
expanding and contracting. The result is deterioration of the brick
itself.
Match the original material in composition, scale and finish when
replacing materials on primary surfaces.
P82
IV.B.
Historic Building Materials
City of Aspen Historic Preservation Design Guidelines page 43
Replacement Materials
2.7 Match the original material in composition,
scale and finish when replacing materials on
primary surfaces.
• If the original material is wood clapboard,
for example, then the replacement material
must be wood as well. It should match the
original in size, the amount of exposed lap
and finish.
• Replace only the amount required. If a few
boards are damaged beyond repair, then
only those should be replaced, not the entire
wall.
2.8 Do not use synthetic materials as
replacements for primary building materials.
• In some instances, substitute materials may
be used for replacing architectural details,
but doing so is not encouraged. If it is
necessary to use a new material, such as a
fiberglass column, the style and detail should
precisely match that of the historic model.
• Primary building materials such as wood
siding and brick should not be replaced
with synthetic materials.
• Synthetic materials include: aluminum,
vinyl siding and panelized brick.
• EIFS (synthetic stucco) is not an appropriate
replacement for real stucco.
P83
IV.B.
Chapter 2
page 44 City of Aspen Historic Preservation Design Guidelines
Covering Materials
2.9 Covering original building materials with
new materials is inappropriate.
• Regardless of their character, new materials
obscure the original, historically significant
material. For example, vinyl siding,
aluminum siding and new stucco are
inappropriate on historic buildings. Other
imitation materials that are designed to look
like wood or masonry siding, but that are
fabricated from other materials, are also
inappropriate.
• If a property already has a non-historic
building material covering the original, it is
not appropriate to add another layer of new
material, which would further obscure the
original.
• Any material that covers historic materials
will also trap moisture between the two
layers. This may cause accelerated
deterioration to the historic material which
will go unnoticed.
2.10 Consider removing later covering materials
that have not achieved historic significance.
• Once the non-historic siding is removed,
repair the original, underlying material.
Historic building materials or features should not be covered.
Consider removing inappropriate covering materials; examples
include vinyl, aluminum or composition siding.
P84
IV.B.
Windows
City of Aspen Historic Preservation Design Guidelines page 45
Background
Windows are some of the most important
character-defining features of most historic
structures. They give scale to buildings and
provide visual interest to the composition of
individual facades. In fact, distinct window
designs help define many historic building styles.
Windows often are inset into relatively deep
openings or they have surrounding casings and
sash components which have a substantial
dimension that casts shadows and contributes to
the character of the historic style. Because
windows so significantly affect the character of a
historic structure, the treatment of a historic
window and the design of a new one to be added
to a historic structure are therefore very important
considerations.
Key Features of Windows
Window construction
The size, shape and proportions of a historic
window are among its essential features. Many
early residential windows in Aspen were
vertically-proportioned, for example. Another
important feature is the number of "lights," or
panes, into which a window is divided. Typical
windows for many late nineteenth century houses
were of a "one-over-one" type, in which one large
pane of glass was hung above another single
pane. The design of surrounding window casings,
the depth and profile of window sash elements
and the materials of which they were constructed
are also important features. Most historic
windows were made of wood although some
Chapter 3Chapter 3Chapter 3Chapter 3Chapter 3
WindowsWindowsWindowsWindowsWindows
Policy:
The character-defining features of historic windows and their distinctive
arrangement on a wall should be preserved. This is especially important
on primary facades. In addition, new windows should be in character with
the historic building.
Windows are important character-defining features of historic
structures in Aspen. Their size and proportions, the number of
divisions and the design of their trim elements all contribute to
their character.
P85
IV.B.
Chapter 3
page 46 City of Aspen Historic Preservation Design Guidelines
introduced. Condensation during winter months
also can cause problems. Damage occurs when
the painted layer is cracked or peeling. Decay can
result that may make operation of the window
difficult, and if left untreated can lead to
significant deterioration of window components.
In most cases, windows are protected if a good
coat of paint is maintained.
Repair of historic windows
Whenever possible, repair a historic window,
rather than replace it. In most cases it is in fact
more economical to repair the existing frame and
glass rather than to replace them. Another benefit
to repair is that the original materials contribute
to the historic character of the building. Even
when replaced with an exact duplicate window,
a portion of the historic building fabric is lost and
therefore such treatment should be avoided.
When deciding whether to repair or replace a
historic window, consider the following:
First, determine the window's architectural
significance. Is it a key character-defining element
of the building? Typically, windows on the front
of the building and on sides that are visible from
the street are key character-defining elements.
Windows which are located on other facades
which are not character-defining—such as at the
rear of the building or in an obscure location—
and are less visible from public right-of-way, are
typically less significant. Greater flexibility in the
styles, such as modernist buildings, have metal
casement windows. In either case, the elements
themselves had distinct dimensions, profiles and
finishes that should be respected.
Window types
Windows types typically found in historic
structures of Aspen include:
• Casement - Hinged windows that swing
open, typically to the outside.
• Double hung - Two sash elements, one
above the other; both upper and lower sashes
slide within tracks on the window jambs.
• Fixed - The sash does not move.
• Single hung - Two sash elements, one above
the other; only the lower sash moves.
Deterioration of historic windows
Properly maintained, original windows will
provide excellent service for centuries. Most
problems that occur result from a lack of proper
maintenance. For example, the accumulation of
layers of paint on a wood sash may make
operation difficult. Using proper painting
techniques, such as removing the upper paint
layers and preparing a proper substrate, can solve
this problem.
Water damage and the ultra-violet degradation
caused by sunlight also are major concerns. If
surfaces fail to drain properly, water may be
Double-hung
Appropriate for:
• All styles except
International Style
Casement
Appropriate for:
• International Style (with
steel muntins)
Typical window types on historic buildings in Aspen.
Geometric
Appropriate for:
• Queen Anne
• Italianate
• Second Empire
• Art Moderne
Diamond pattern
Appropriate for:
• Tudor Revival
• Dutch Colonial Revival
P86
IV.B.
Windows
City of Aspen Historic Preservation Design Guidelines page 47
treatment or replacement of such secondary
windows may be considered.
A second step is to inspect the window to
determine its condition. Distinguish superficial
signs of deterioration from actual failure of
window components. Peeling paint and dried
wood, for example, are serious problems, but
often do not indicate that a window is beyond
repair. What constitutes a deteriorated window?
A rotted sill may dictate its replacement, but it
does not indicate the need for an entirely new
window. Determining window condition must
occur on a case-by-case basis; however, as a
general rule, a window merits preservation, with
perhaps selective replacement of components,
when more than fifty percent of the window
components can be repaired.
Third, determine the appropriate treatment for
the window. Surfaces may require cleaning and
patching. Some components may be deteriorated
beyond repair. Patching and splicing in new
material for only those portions that are decayed
should be considered in such a case, rather than
replacing the entire window. If, however, the
entire window must be replaced, the new one
should match the original in appearance.
Energy conservation
In some cases, owners may be concerned that an
older window is less efficient in terms of energy
conservation. In winter, for example, heat loss
associated with an older window may make a
room uncomfortable and increase heating costs.
In fact, most heat loss is associated with air leakage
though gaps in an older window that are the
result of a lack of maintenance, rather than loss
of energy through the single pane of glass found
in historic windows. Glazing compound may be
cracked or missing, allowing air to move around
the glass. Sash members also may have shifted,
leaving a gap for heat loss.
The most cost-effective energy conservation
measures for most historic windows are to replace
the glazing compound, repair wood members and
install weather stripping. These steps will
dramatically reduce heat loss while preserving
historic features.
If a storm window is to be installed on the exterior, match the sash
design of the original window (as this one does).
Typical double-hung window components.
Head
Mullion/
Muntin
Stile
Stops
Jamb
Casing
Rail
Wall
Glazing
Sash
Sill
P87
IV.B.
Chapter 3
page 48 City of Aspen Historic Preservation Design Guidelines
A frequent concern is the material of the
replacement window. While wood was most often
used historically, metal and vinyl clad windows
are common on the market today and sometimes
are suggested as replacement options by window
suppliers. In general, using the same material as
the original is preferred. If the historic window
was wood, for example, then using a wood
replacement is the best approach.
However, it is possible to consider alternative
materials in some special cases, if the resulting
appearance will match that of the original, in
terms of the finish of the material, its proportions
and profile of sash members. For example, if a
metal window is to be used as a substitute for a
wood one, the sash components should be similar
in size and design to those of the original. The
substitute material also should have a
demonstrated durability in similar applications
in this climate.
Finally, when replacing a historic window, it is
important to preserve the original casing when
feasible. This trim element often conveys
distinctive stylistic features associated with the
historic building style and may be costly to
reproduce. Many good window manufacturers
today provide replacement windows that will fit
exactly within historic window casings.
If additional energy savings are a concern,
consider installing a storm window. This may be
applied to the interior or the exterior of the
window. It should be designed to match the
historic window divisions such that the exterior
appearance of the original window is not
obscured.
Replacement windows
While replacing an entire window assembly is
discouraged, it may be necessary in some cases.
When a window is to be replaced, the new one
should match the appearance of the original to
the greatest extent possible. To do so, the size and
proportion of window elements, including glass
and sash components, should match the original.
In most cases, the original profile, or outline of
the sash components, should be the same as the
original. At a minimum, the replacement
components should match the original in
dimension and profile and the original depth of
the window opening should be maintained.
When replacing a window, the new one should match the appearance
of the original as closely as possible.
The most cost-effective energy conservation measures for most
historic windows are to replace the glazing compound, repair wood
members and install weather stripping.
P88
IV.B.
Windows
City of Aspen Historic Preservation Design Guidelines page 49
Treatment of Windows
3.1 Preserve the functional and decorative
features of a historic window.
• Features important to the character of a
window include its frame, sash, muntins/
mullions, sills, heads, jambs, moldings,
operation and groupings of windows.
• Repair frames and sashes rather than
replacing them, whenever conditions
permit.
• Preserve the original glass, when feasible.
3.2 Preserve the position, number and
arrangement of historic windows in a building
wall.
• Enclosing a historic window opening in a
key character-defining facade is
inappropriate, as is adding a new window
opening. This is especially important on
primary facades where the historic ratio of
solid-to-void is a character-defining feature.
• Greater flexibility in installing new windows
may be considered on rear walls.
• Do not reduce an original opening to
accommodate a smaller window or door or
increase it to receive a larger window on
primary facades.
DiscouragedDiscouragedDiscouragedDiscouragedDiscouraged HistoricHistoricHistoricHistoricHistoric
11111
2
2
2
2
2
Preserve the size and proportions of a historic window opening. The
new window (on the left) is smaller than the historic window and
is inappropriate.
Preserve the position, number, size and arrangement of historic
windows in a building wall.
Original opening has
been blocked down
P89
IV.B.
Chapter 3
page 50 City of Aspen Historic Preservation Design Guidelines
Replacement Windows
3.3 Preserve the historic ratio of window
openings to solid wall on a facade.
• Significantly increasing the amount of glass
on a character-defining facade will
negatively affect the integrity of a structure.
3.4 Match a replacement window to the
original in its design.
• If the original is double-hung, then the
replacement window should also be double-
hung, or at a minimum, appear to be so.
Match the replacement also in the number
and position of glass panes.
• Matching the original design is particularly
important on key character-defining facades.
3.5 In a replacement window, use materials
that appear similar to the original.
• Using the same material as the original is
preferred, especially on character-defining
facades. However, a substitute material may
be considered if the appearance of the
window components will match those of
the original in dimension, profile and finish.
3.6 Preserve the size and proportion of a
historic window opening.
• Reducing an original opening to
accommodate a smaller window or
increasing it to receive a larger window is
inappropriate.
• Consider reopening and restoring an
original window opening where altered.On a replacement window, use materials that are the same as the
original.
AppropriateAppropriateAppropriateAppropriateAppropriate InappropriateInappropriateInappropriateInappropriateInappropriate
Preserve the historic ratio of window openings to solid wall on a
primary facade.
P90
IV.B.
Windows
City of Aspen Historic Preservation Design Guidelines page 51
3.7 Match, as closely as possible, the profile of
the sash and its components to that of the original
window.
• A historic window often has a complex
profile. Within the window's casing, the
sash steps back to the plane of the glazing
(glass) in several increments. These
increments, which individually only
measure in eighths or quarters of inches, are
important details. They distinguish the
actual window from the surrounding plane
of the wall.
Do not reduce the size of an original
opening on a significant wall.
When replacing a historic window, match, as clearly as possible, the profile of the sash and its components to that of the original window.
This example is primarily for historic wood frame buildings.
Acceptable replacementAcceptable replacementAcceptable replacementAcceptable replacementAcceptable replacement
profileprofileprofileprofileprofile
Bu
i
l
d
i
n
g
F
a
c
e
Bu
i
l
d
i
n
g
F
a
c
e
Bu
i
l
d
i
n
g
F
a
c
e
Bu
i
l
d
i
n
g
F
a
c
e
Bu
i
l
d
i
n
g
F
a
c
e
AppropriateAppropriateAppropriateAppropriateAppropriate
Unacceptable replacement profileUnacceptable replacement profileUnacceptable replacement profileUnacceptable replacement profileUnacceptable replacement profile
Bu
i
l
d
i
n
g
F
a
c
e
Bu
i
l
d
i
n
g
F
a
c
e
Bu
i
l
d
i
n
g
F
a
c
e
Bu
i
l
d
i
n
g
F
a
c
e
Bu
i
l
d
i
n
g
F
a
c
e
DiscouragedDiscouragedDiscouragedDiscouragedDiscouraged
Historic profileHistoric profileHistoric profileHistoric profileHistoric profile
Bu
i
l
d
i
n
g
F
a
c
e
Bu
i
l
d
i
n
g
F
a
c
e
Bu
i
l
d
i
n
g
F
a
c
e
Bu
i
l
d
i
n
g
F
a
c
e
Bu
i
l
d
i
n
g
F
a
c
e
PreferredPreferredPreferredPreferredPreferred
Section Through Window Sill
P91
IV.B.
Chapter 3
page 52 City of Aspen Historic Preservation Design Guidelines
Energy Conservation
3.8 Use a storm window to enhance energy
conservation rather than to replace a historic
window.
• Install a storm window on the interior, when
feasible. This will allow the character of the
original window to be seen from the public
way.
• If a storm window is to be installed on the
exterior, match the sash design and material
of the original window. It should fit tightly
within the window opening without the
need for sub-frames or panning around the
perimeter.
If a storm window is to be installed on the exterior, match the sash
design and material of the original window.
Most heat loss is associated with air leakage through gaps in an
older window that are the result of a lack of maintenance, rather
than loss of energy through the single pane of glass found in the
historic window.
This part of the
window, where
most leakage
occurs, should be
sealed to conserve
energy.
Very little energy is
lost through a pane
of glass.
P92
IV.B.
Doors
City of Aspen Historic Preservation Design Guidelines page 53
Background
Doors are important character-defining features
of historic structures, which give scale to
buildings and provide visual interest to the
composition of individual facades. Many historic
doors are noted for their materials, placement
and finishes. Because an inappropriate door can
affect the character of a historic house, one should
be careful to avoid radical alteration of an old
door and, if needed, choose a new door that is
appropriate to the design of the house.
Many of Aspen's Victorian era houses had two
"front" doors due to social customs. One entered
the family's space, and one was an entrance for
guests. Both must be preserved.
Key Features of Doors
Door features
Important features include the materials and
details of the door itself, its frame, sill, head, jamb
and any flanking windows or transoms.
Door types
Door types found on historic structures in Aspen
include:
• Doorway with transom - Typically a
wooden door topped with a rectangular
transom with glass.
• Glass paneled door - This type of door has
a wide sash of glass in the upper portion of
the door. Many early Aspen houses have
glass paneled doors.
• Paneled door - Wooden door with raised
panels.
Chapter 4Chapter 4Chapter 4Chapter 4Chapter 4
DoorsDoorsDoorsDoorsDoors
Policy:
The character-defining features of a historic door and its distinct materials
and placement should be preserved. In addition, a new door should be in
character with the historic building.
Maintenance issues of historic doors
Because a historic door is typically constructed
of thick planks of wood and is often sheltered by
a porch, it tends to be long-lasting. However,
deterioration does occur; most problems result
from a lack of maintenance and from swelling and
warping due to climatic changes. A door also may
be worn and sagging from constant use. As a
result, some historic doors do not properly fit their
openings and therefore they allow moisture and
air into the house.
Water damage and the assault of sunlight are
major concerns. Condensation during winter
months also can cause problems with glass panels
and sashes on doors. Damage occurs when the
painted or finished layer is cracked or peeling.
Decay may make operation of the door difficult
and, if left untreated, can result in significant
deterioration of door components. In most cases,
doors are not susceptible to damage if a good coat
of paint or varnish is maintained.
The above house at 303 E. Main Street was built in 1885 and is an
example of a house with two front doors.
P93
IV.B.
Chapter 4
page 54 City of Aspen Historic Preservation Design Guidelines
Repair of historic doors
Typically, a problem door merely needs to be re-
hung. This treatment is preferred rather than
replacing it altogether. It is often easier, and more
economical, to repair an existing door rather than
to replace it. This is preferred because the original
materials contribute to the historic character of the
building. Even when replaced with an exact
duplicate, a portion of the historic building fabric
is lost and such treatment should be avoided.
When deciding whether to repair or replace a
historic door, consider the following:
First, determine the door’s architectural
significance. Is it a key character-defining element
of the building? Is the front door in a prominent
position on a primary facade such that it is highly
visible? Is the design of the historic door indicative
of the architectural style or building type? If the
answer to one or more of these questions is "yes,"
then preservation is the best approach. A door in
an obscure location, or on the rear of a structure
may not be considered a prominent feature of the
house. Thus, greater flexibility in the treatment or
replacement of such doors may be considered.
Second, inspect the door to determine its
condition. Is the door hanging out of alignment
or does it lack proper hardware and framing
components that make it functional? If so,
replacing these elements is appropriate. Check the
door to see that it opens and closes smoothly and
that it fits in its jamb. Some problems may be
superficial ones, such as peeling paint or
deteriorated detailing. These are issues that can
be remedied without altering the historic
character.
Third, determine the appropriate treatment for the
door. In many cases the door may not fit the door
jamb or threshold as it should. In this case the
hinges and the threshold of the door should be
tightened or refit to allow smooth opening and
closing. Shaving or undercutting the door to fit
the door frame is not recommended as a solution.
Inappropriate doors for use in Aspen on mining era houses.
Sliding Aluminum patioSliding Aluminum patioSliding Aluminum patioSliding Aluminum patioSliding Aluminum patio
doordoordoordoordoor
Flush faceFlush faceFlush faceFlush faceFlush face
door withdoor withdoor withdoor withdoor with
small lightssmall lightssmall lightssmall lightssmall lights
ImitationImitationImitationImitationImitation
"Dutch" door"Dutch" door"Dutch" door"Dutch" door"Dutch" door
Typical primary door types seen in Aspen historically during the
mining era.
Glass Paneled DoorsGlass Paneled DoorsGlass Paneled DoorsGlass Paneled DoorsGlass Paneled Doors
P94
IV.B.
Doors
City of Aspen Historic Preservation Design Guidelines page 55
When rehabilitating a historic door it is important
to maintain original doors, jambs, transoms,
window panes and hardware. Surfaces may
require cleaning and patching and some
components may be deteriorated beyond repair.
Patching and splicing in new material for only
those portions that are decayed should be
considered in such a case, rather than replacing
the entire door. However, if the entire door must
be replaced, the new one should match the
original in its general appearance and should be
in character with the building style.
Replacement doors
Replacing an entire door assembly is discouraged.
When a door must be replaced, the new one
should match the appearance of the original. In
replacing a door, one should be careful to retain
the original door location, size and shape. In
addition, one should consider the design of the
door, choosing a replacement that is compatible
with the style and type of the building.
A frequent concern is the material of the
replacement door. In general, using the same
material as the original is preferred. If the historic
door was wood, then using a wood replacement
is the best approach.
Finally, when replacing a historic door, it is
important to preserve the original frame when
feasible. This is important in keeping the size and
configuration of the original door in scale.
Door function
The historic front door on a primary facade must
remain operable (and must remain in use as the
main entrance into the building). For a residential
building such as a historic Victorian that has two
front doors, one of the doors can be fixed. If,
however, it is necessary to fix a door in place, it
should be accomplished in a manner that the
procedure can be reversed.
Energy conservation
In some cases, owners may be concerned that an
older door is less efficient in terms of energy
conservation. In winter, for example, heat loss
associated with an older door may make a room
uncomfortable and increase heating costs. In fact,
most heat loss is associated with air leakage
through the space below the door and around
glass panes in the door, if it has any.
The most cost-effective energy conservation
measure for a typical historic door is to install
weather stripping along the door frame, to fit the
door to the jamb and threshold and to caulk any
window panes. These measures will dramatically
reduce heat loss while preserving historic
features.
If additional energy savings are a concern,
consider installing a storm door. This may be
applied to the exterior of the door. If a storm door
is to be installed, it should match the design and
materials of the original door.
P95
IV.B.
Chapter 4
page 56 City of Aspen Historic Preservation Design Guidelines
Treatment of Existing Doors
These guidelines for the treatment of doors apply
primarily to front doors, although they do include
secondary entrance doors and screen doors.
Greater flexibility can be applied when replacing
side and rear doors when they are not visible from
the public right-of-way.
4.1 Preserve historically significant doors.
• Maintain features important to the character
of a historic doorway. These may include the
door, door frame, screen door, threshold,
glass panes, paneling, hardware, detailing,
transoms and flanking sidelights.
• Do not change the position and function of
original front doors and primary entrances.
• If a secondary entrance must be sealed shut,
any work that is done must be reversible so
that the door can be used at a later time, if
necessary. Also, keep the door in place, in its
historic position.
• If the secondary entrance is sealed shut, the
original entrance on the primary facade must
remain operable.
4.2 Maintain the original size of a door and its
opening.
• Altering its size and shape is inappropriate.
It should not be widened or raised in height.
4.3 When a historic door is damaged, repair it
and maintain its general historic appearance.
• For additional information see Chapter 14:
General Guidelines "On-Going Maintenance
of Historic Properties".
4.4 If a new screen door is used, it should be in
character with the primary door.
• Match the frame design and color of the
primary door.
• If the entrance door is constructed of wood,
the frame of the screen door should also be
wood.
AppropriateAppropriateAppropriateAppropriateAppropriate InappropriateInappropriateInappropriateInappropriateInappropriate
Maintain the original size of a door and its opening.
Original opening has
been blocked down
P96
IV.B.
Doors
City of Aspen Historic Preservation Design Guidelines page 57
Replacement Doors
4.5 When replacing a door, use a design that
has an appearance similar to the original door or
a door associated with the style of the house.
• A replica of the original, if evidence exists, is
the preferred replacement.
• A historic door from a similar building also
may be considered.
• Simple paneled doors were typical.
• Very ornate doors, including stained or
leaded glass, are discouraged, unless
photographic evidence can support their
use.
Energy Conservation
4.6 If energy conservation and heat loss are
concerns, consider using a storm door instead of
replacing a historic entry door.
• Generally, wood storm doors are most
appropriate when the original door is wood.
• If a storm door is to be installed, match the
frame design, character and color of the
original door.
P97
IV.B.
Chapter 4
page 58 City of Aspen Historic Preservation Design Guidelines
P98
IV.B.
Porches
City of Aspen Historic Preservation Design Guidelines page 59
Background
Historically, porches were popular features in
residential design. A porch protects an entrance
from snow and provides shade in the summer. It
also provides a sense of scale and aesthetic quality
to the facade of a building. A porch catches
breezes in the warmer months, while providing
a space for residents to sit and congregate. Finally,
a porch often connects a house to its context by
orienting the entrance to the street. Because of
their historical importance and prominence as
character-defining features, porches should
receive sensitive treatment during exterior
rehabilitation and restoration work.
Key Features of Porches
Porch structure
Porches vary as much as architectural styles. They
differ in height, scale, location, materials and
articulation. A porch may be cut in, project or
wrap around a corner and it may have elaborate
details and finishes. Although they vary in
character, most porches have these elements in
common:
• Balustrades
• Posts/columns
• Architectural details
• Hipped/shed roofs
These elements often correspond to the
architectural style of the house and therefore, the
building's design character should be considered
before any major rehabilitation or restoration
work is done.
Chapter 5Chapter 5Chapter 5Chapter 5Chapter 5
PorchesPorchesPorchesPorchesPorches
Policy:
Where a porch has been a primary character-defining feature of a front
facade, it should be maintained. If the original porch is missing, a
replacement should be constructed to be in character with the historic
building, in terms of its scale, materials and detailing.
Porches have various functions: they orient buildings to the street,
tie houses to their larger contexts and are often catalysts for
personal interaction in the neighborhood.
Porch deterioration
Because of constant exposure to sun and rain and
the fact that a porch is open to the elements, it
decays faster than other portions of a house.
Furthermore, if water is not channeled away from
the foundation of the porch its footings may be
damaged. Peeling paint is a common symptom.
In some cases the porch itself may experience
sagging or detachment from the house due to
settling.
Porch alterations
In some cases, original porches have been altered
or removed. Some have had minor changes, such
as roof repairs or repainting, while others have
been altered to the degree that they have lost
much of their character. For instance, wood
columns and balustrades sometimes have been
replaced with thin "wrought iron" railings and
posts. This compromises the proportions and
integrity of the house.
P99
IV.B.
Chapter 5
page 60 City of Aspen Historic Preservation Design Guidelines
or holes on the exterior wall that indicate where
the porch may have been attached to the front
facade; and, 3) examples of other houses of the
same period and style that may provide clues
about the design and location of the original
porch.
The most important aspects of the project involve
the location, scale, and materials of the
replacement porch. It is not necessary to replicate
the details of the porch on most buildings;
however, it is important that new details be
compatible with the design of the porch and the
style of the house.
The back porch
A rear porch may be a significant feature.
Historically, these served a variety of utilitarian
functions and helped define the scale of a back
yard. Preservation of a rear porch should be
considered as an option, when feasible; at the
same time it is recognized that such a location is
often the preferred position for an addition.Repair of porches
After discovering structural or cosmetic problems
with a porch, one should formulate a strategy for
its treatment. The most sensitive strategy is to
repair the porch. This treatment is preferred,
rather than replacing it altogether. In most cases
it is easier in fact, and more economical, to repair
an existing porch, rather than to replace it. This
approach is preferred because the original
materials contribute to the historic character of
the porch. Even when replaced with an exact
duplicate, a portion of the historic building fabric
is lost; therefore, such treatment should be
avoided when feasible.
Replacing a porch
While replacing an entire porch is discouraged,
it may be necessary in some cases. When a porch
is to be replaced, the first step is to research the
history of the house to determine the appearance
and materials of the original porch. In doing so,
one should search for: 1) documentation of the
original porch in the form of historic photographs,
sketches and/or house plans; 2) physical evidence
of the original porch, including "ghost lines" on
walls that indicate the outline of the porch and/
A porch is an important character-defining feature.
Repairing rather than replacing porch elements is the preferred
approach.
P100
IV.B.
Porches
City of Aspen Historic Preservation Design Guidelines page 61
It is not necessary to strictly replicate the details of the porch on
most "contributing" buildings; however, it is important that new
details be compatible with the design of the porch and the style of the
house. The replacement railing in the top photograph is in scale
with that seen historically, whereas the balusters are spaced too
widely for the style of the house in the bottom photo.
Treatment of Porches
5.1 Preserve an original porch.
• Replace missing posts and railings when
necessary. Match the original proportions
and spacing of balusters when replacing
missing ones.
• Unless used historically on the property,
wrought iron, especially the "licorice stick"
style that emerged in the 1950s and 1960s, is
inappropriate.
• Expanding the size of a historic porch is
inappropriate.
5.2 Avoid removing or covering historic
materials and details on a porch.
• Removing an original balustrade, for
example, is inappropriate.
5.3 Avoid enclosing a historic front porch.
• Keeping an open porch is preferred.
• Enclosing a porch with opaque materials
that destroy the openness and transparency
of the porch is not acceptable.
• Enclosing porches with large areas of glass,
thereby preserving the openness of the
porch, may be considered in special
circumstances. When this is done, the glass
should be placed behind posts, balusters,
and balustrade, so the original character of
the porch may still be interpreted.
• The use of plastic curtains as air-locks on
porches is discouraged.
• Reopening an enclosed porch is appropriate.
P101
IV.B.
Chapter 5
page 62 City of Aspen Historic Preservation Design Guidelines
When original balusters and rails are missing, such as in this
example, replace them to match the original proportions and
spacing.
5.4 The use of a porch on a residential building
in a single-family context is strongly encouraged.
• This also applies to large, multifamily
structures. There should be at least one
primary entrance and should be identified
with a porch or entry element.
Porch Replacement
5.5 If porch replacement is necessary,
reconstruct it to match the original in form and
detail.
• Use materials that appear similar to the
original.
• While matching original materials is
preferred, when detailed correctly and
painted appropriately, alternative materials
may be considered.
• Where no evidence of the appearance of the
historic porch exists, a new porch may be
considered that is similar in character to
those found on comparable buildings. Keep
the style and form simple. Also, avoid
applying decorative elements that are not
known to have been used on the house or
others like it.
• When constructing a new porch, its depth
should be in scale with the building.
• The scale of porch columns also should be
similar to that of the trimwork.
• The height of the railing and the spacing of
balusters should appear similar to those
used historically as well.
P102
IV.B.
Architectural Details
City of Aspen Historic Preservation Design Guidelines page 63
Chapter 6Chapter 6Chapter 6Chapter 6Chapter 6
Architectural DetailsArchitectural DetailsArchitectural DetailsArchitectural DetailsArchitectural Details
Policy:
Architectural details help establish a historic building's distinct visual
character; thus, they should be preserved whenever feasible. If architectural
details are damaged beyond repair, replacements should match the original
detailing.
Background
Architectural details play several roles in defining
the character of a historic structure. They add
visual interest, distinguish certain building styles
and types, and often showcase superior
craftsmanship. Features such as window hoods,
brackets and posts exhibit materials and finishes
often associated with particular styles, and
therefore their preservation is important.
Key Features of Architectural
Details
Treatment of Architectural Features
Preserving original architectural details is critical
to the integrity of the building. Where
replacement is required, one should remove only
those portions that are deteriorated beyond
repair. Even if an architectural detail is replaced
with an exact copy of the original, the integrity
of the building as a historic resource is
diminished and therefore, preservation of the
original material is preferred.
Materials for Replacement Details
Using a material to match that employed
historically is always the best approach.
However, a substitute material may be
considered for a detail when it appears similar
in composition, design, color and texture to the
original.
In the past, substitute materials were employed
as methods of producing architectural features.
Many of these historic "substitutes" are now
referred to as traditional materials. For example,
a stamped metal cornice on a commercial building
was a substitute for stone. Just as these historic
substitutes offered advantages over their
predecessors, many new materials today hold
promise. However, these substitute materials
should not be used wholesale, but only when it is
absolutely necessary to replace original materials
with stronger, more durable ones.
Substitute materials may be considered when the
original is not available, where the original is
known to be susceptible to rapid decay, or where
maintenance access may be difficult.
Another factor which may determine the
appropriateness of using substitute materials for
architectural details depends on their location and
degree of exposure. For example, lighter weight
materials may be inappropriate for an
architectural detail that would be exposed to
intense wear. For example, it may be wise to avoid
using a fiberglass column on a front porch where
Stone dentil moldings are key features of these buildings that should
be preserved.
P103
IV.B.
Chapter 6
page 64 City of Aspen Historic Preservation Design Guidelines
Treatment of Architectural
Features
6.1 Preserve significant architectural features.
• Repair only those features that are
deteriorated.
• Patch, piece-in, splice, consolidate or
otherwise upgrade the existing material,
using recognized preservation methods
whenever possible.
• Isolated areas of damage may be stabilized
or fixed, using consolidants. Epoxies and
resins may be considered for wood repair
and special masonry repair components also
may be used.
• Removing a damaged feature when it can be
repaired is inappropriate.
6.2 When disassembly of a historic element is
necessary for its restoration, use methods that
minimize damage to the original material.
• Document its location so it may be
repositioned accurately. Always devise
methods of replacing the disassembled
material in its original configuration.
6.3 Remove only the portion of the detail that
is deteriorated and must be replaced.
• Match the original in composition, scale,
and finish when replacing materials or
features.
• If the original detail was made of wood , for
example, then the replacement material
should be wood, when feasible. It should
match the original in size and finish, which
traditionally was a smooth painted finish.
Repair only those materials or features that are deteriorated.
(Above photo is the “before” condition of the lower image.)
it may be accidentally damaged. Conversely, the
use of fiberglass to reproduce a cornice on a second
story may be successful.
When disassembly of a historic feature is required in a restoration
procedure, document its location so that it may be repositioned
accurately.
Padding
protects
molding while it
is stored.
Molding
section stored
for
restoration.
Label notes where piece
is from.
P104
IV.B.
Architectural Details
City of Aspen Historic Preservation Design Guidelines page 65
Appropriate: Where replacement of a detail is required, one should
remove only those portions that are deteriorated beyond repair.
Original
molding
6.4 Repair or replacement of missing or
deteriorated features should be based on
original designs.
• The design should be substantiated by
physical or pictorial evidence to avoid
creating a misrepresentation of the
building’s heritage.
• When reconstruction of an element is
impossible because there is no historical
evidence, develop a compatible new design
that is a simplified interpretation of the
original, and maintains similar scale,
proportion and material.
6.5 Do not guess at "historic" designs for
replacement parts.
• Where "scars" on the exterior suggest that
architectural features existed, but there is
no other physical or photographic evidence,
then new features may be designed that are
similar in character to related buildings.
• Using overly ornate materials on a building
for which there is no documentation is
inappropriate.
• It is acceptable to use salvaged materials
from other buildings only if they are similar
in style and detailing to other features on
the building where they are to be installed.
6.6 Replacement of missing elements may be
included in repair activities.
• Replace only those portions that are beyond
repair.
• Replacement elements should be based on
documented evidence.
• Use the same kind of material as the original
when feasible.
• A substitute material may be acceptable if
the form and design of the substitute itself
conveys the visual appearance of the
original material. For example, a fiberglass
cornice may be considered at the top of a
building.
Replacement
section
P105
IV.B.
Chapter 6
page 66 City of Aspen Historic Preservation Design Guidelines
P106
IV.B.
Roofs
City of Aspen Historic Preservation Design Guidelines page 67
Background
The character of the roof is a major feature for
most historic structures. In each case, the roof
pitch, materials, size and orientation are all
distinct features that contribute to its character.
Gabled and hip forms occur most frequently,
although shed and flat roofs appear on some
building types.
Although the function of a roof is to protect a
structure from the elements, it also contributes to
the overall character of the building. Historically
the roof shape was dictated by climatic
considerations, which determined roof form and
pitch.
Key Features of Roofs
Roof deterioration
The roof is the structure's main defense against
the elements. However, all components of the
roofing system are vulnerable to leaking and
damage. When the roof begins to experience
failure, many other parts of the structure may also
be affected. For example, a leak in the roof may
lead to damage of attic rafters or even wall
surfaces. Common sources of roof leaks include:
• Cracks in chimney masonry
• Loose flashing around chimneys and ridges
• Loose or missing roof shingles
• Cracks in roof membranes caused by settling
rafters
• Water backup from plugged gutters
• Ice dams
Chapter 7Chapter 7Chapter 7Chapter 7Chapter 7
RoofsRoofsRoofsRoofsRoofs
Policy:
The character of a historical roof should be preserved, including its form
and materials.
Repairing a historic roof
When repairing or altering a historic roof it is
important to preserve its historic character. For
instance, one should not alter the pitch of the
historic roof, the perceived line of the roof from
the street, or the orientation of the roof to the
street. The historic depth of overhang of the eaves,
which is often based on the style of the house,
should also be preserved.
Historically, roof shape was dictated by climatic considerations,
which influenced form and pitch.
P107
IV.B.
Chapter 7
page 68 City of Aspen Historic Preservation Design Guidelines
Hipped RoofHipped RoofHipped RoofHipped RoofHipped Roof
Shed RoofShed RoofShed RoofShed RoofShed Roof
Gambrel RoofGambrel RoofGambrel RoofGambrel RoofGambrel Roof Mansard RoofMansard RoofMansard RoofMansard RoofMansard Roof
Gabled RoofGabled RoofGabled RoofGabled RoofGabled Roof
Cross-Gabled RoofCross-Gabled RoofCross-Gabled RoofCross-Gabled RoofCross-Gabled Roof
Typical roof shapes seen throughout Aspen.
Flat RoofFlat RoofFlat RoofFlat RoofFlat Roof
P108
IV.B.
Roofs
City of Aspen Historic Preservation Design Guidelines page 69
Gutters and downspouts
Gutters and downspouts are mechanisms
frequently used for diverting water away from a
structure. Without this drainage system, water
may splash off the roof onto exterior walls and
run along the foundation of the building. If
gutters and downspouts are to perform
sufficiently, certain requirements must be met:
• They must be large enough to handle the
discharge.
• They must have sufficient pitch to carry the
water off quickly.
• They must not leak.
• They must not be clogged with debris.
Dormers
Historically, a dormer was sometimes added to
create more head room in an attic. It typically had
a vertical emphasis and was usually placed as a
single element or in a pair on a roof. A dormer
did not dominate a roof form, as it was
subordinate in scale to the primary roof. Thus, a
new dormer should always read as a subordinate
element to the primary roof plane. A new dormer
should never be so large that the original roof line
is obscured. It should also be set back from the
roof edge and located below the roof ridge. In
addition, the style of the new dormer should be
in keeping with that of the building.
Roof materials
When repairing or altering a historic roof, one
should avoid removing significant materials that
are in good condition. Where replacement is
necessary, such as when the historic roofing
material fails to properly drain or is deteriorated
beyond use, one should use a material that is
similar to the original in style and texture. It is
important to remember that wood was the most
commonly used roofing material, and may be the
most appropriate roof covering for a residential
building. The overall pattern of the roofing
material also determines whether or not certain
materials are appropriate. For instance, cedar and
composition shingles have a uniform texture,
while standing seam metal roofs cause a vertical
pattern.
The color of the repaired roof section should also
be similar to the historic roof material. Wood and
asphalt shingles are appropriate replacement
materials for most roofs. A specialty roofing
material, such as tile or slate, should be replaced
with a matching material whenever feasible.
Additions to roofs
Historically, the most commonly seen object
which extended from a roof plane (beside
dormers) was a chimney. Therefore, if vent stacks
must be used, they should be low-profile. Proper
planning will help to insure that they will not
negatively affect the overall character of the
building. In general, they should be located on
secondary roof planes.
Roofs on additions
The roof form of an addition should be compatible
with the roof form of the primary structure, in
terms of its pitch and orientation. In planning a
roof top addition, one should avoid altering the
angle of the roof and instead should maintain the
perceived historic roof line, as seen from the street.
See also: Chapter 10, Guidelines for Building
Additions.
A dormer should be subordinate in scale to the primary roof.
P109
IV.B.
Chapter 7
page 70 City of Aspen Historic Preservation Design Guidelines
Treatment of Roofs
7.1 Preserve the original form of a roof.
• Do not alter the angle of a historic roof.
Instead, maintain the perceived line and
orientation of the roof as seen from the
street.
• Retain and repair roof detailing.
7.2 Preserve the original eave depth.
• The shadows created by traditional
overhangs contribute to one's perception of
the building's historic scale and therefore,
these overhangs should be preserved.
7.3 Minimize the visual impacts of skylights
and other rooftop devices.
• Flat skylights that are flush with the roof
plane may be considered only in an obscure
location on a historic structure. Locating a
skylight or a solar panel on a front roof
plane is not allowed.
• A skylight or solar panel should not
interrupt the plane of a historic roof. It should
be positioned below the ridgeline.
7.4 A new chimney should be the same scale
as those used historically.
• A new chimney should reflect the width
and height of those used historically.
7.5 Preserve original chimneys, even if they
are made non-functional.
7.6 When planning a rooftop addition,
preserve the overall appearance of the original
roof.
• An addition should not interrupt the original
ridgeline.
•See also: Chapter 10, Guidelines for Building
Additions.
P110
IV.B.
Roofs
City of Aspen Historic Preservation Design Guidelines page 71
7.7 A new dormer should remain subordinate
to the historic roof in scale and character.
• A new dormer should fit within the existing
wall plane. It should be lower than the
ridgeline and set in from the eave. It should
also be in proportion with the building.
• The mass and scale of a dormer addition
must be subordinate to the scale of the
historic building.
Materials
7.8 Preserve original roof materials.
• Avoid removing historic roofing material
that is in good condition. When replacement
is necessary, use a material that is similar to
the original in both style as well as physical
qualities and use a color that is similar to
that seen historically.
• Specialty materials such as tile, slate or
concrete should be replaced with a matching
material.
7.9 New or replacement roof materials should
convey a scale, color and texture similar to those
used traditionally.
• Replacement materials should be similar to
those used historically on comparably styled
buildings.
• If a substitute is used, such as composition
shingle, the roof material should be earth
tone and have a matte, non-reflective finish.
• Flashing should be in scale with the roof
material.
• If copper flashing is to be used, it should be
treated to establish a matte, non-reflective
finish.
A new dormer should fit within the existing wall plane. It should
be lower than the ridgeline and in from the eave.
If copper flashing is to be used, it should be treated to establish a
matte, non-reflective finish.
P111
IV.B.
Chapter 7
page 72 City of Aspen Historic Preservation Design Guidelines
7.10 If it is to be used, a metal roof should be
applied and detailed in a manner that is
compatible and does not detract from the historic
appearance of the building.
• A metal roof material should have an earth
tone and have a matte, non-reflective finish.
• A metal roof with a lead-like patina also is
an acceptable alternative.
• Seams should be of a low profile.
• A roof assembly with a high profile seam or
thick edge is inappropriate.
7.11 Avoid using conjectural features on a roof.
• Adding ornamental cresting, for example,
where there is no evidence that it existed
creates a false impression of the building's
original appearance, and is inappropriate.
P112
IV.B.