St. Cloud Historic Preservation Board Approves Window Replacement with Conditions to Preserve Architectural Integrity.
- Meeting Overview:
At the latest St. Cloud Historic Preservation Board meeting, the board approved a Certificate of Appropriateness for window replacements on Massachusetts Avenue. The decision includes conditions to maintain the building’s historical integrity, requiring the new windows to match the existing three-over-one design.
The property, located in the Central Business 2 District and originally built in 1915 with modifications in 1925, is undergoing necessary window replacements. The board evaluated the proposal to replace the damaged windows with vinyl alternatives. However, the initial suggestion of using one-over-one and four-over-one window styles was found inappropriate due to their inconsistency with the building’s historical period. Instead, the board recommended the use of a three-over-one style, which is consistent with the original design. This decision followed a detailed window survey that highlighted the damage and missing hardware of the existing windows. The board worked closely with the applicant to ensure that the replacements would align with historical standards, ultimately approving the proposal with the stipulation that the new vinyl windows match the historical three-over-one design.
In other business, the board finalized its 2025 meeting schedule. The meetings are typically held on the second Tuesday of each month, with adjustments for holidays and other events. The board also discussed taking August off, as it is generally more challenging for members to meet during that month. The schedule was approved with these considerations in mind.
Additionally, the meeting addressed an upcoming transition as one board member announced an impending move to Cleveland, Ohio, which will necessitate a resignation by the end of June. This will open a seat on the board, prompting a forthcoming recruitment effort to fill the vacancy.
Nathan Blackwell
Historic Preservation Commission Officials:
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Meeting Type:
Historic Preservation Commission
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Committee:
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Meeting Date:
01/14/2025
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Recording Published:
01/14/2025
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Duration:
15 Minutes
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Notability Score:
Routine
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State:
Florida
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County:
Osceola County
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Towns:
St. Cloud
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