Members were positive on the application commending the applicants once again for their modest design.

Motion Motion made by Mr. Carroll to approve the application as Motion Motion made by Mr. Carroll to approve the application as made by Mr. Carroll to approve the application as Seconded by Mr. Furlin and carried 7-0. Those in favor: Mr. Carroll, Mr. Clemans, Mr. Cogswell, Mr. Furlin, Mr. Connolly, Mr. Fontaine and Mr. Coupland. Those opposed: None. Those abstaining: None.

DEBLASIO………………………………………………………………….….……..…727 PAGE STREET

NEW CONSTRUCTION – BLK 1077 LOTS 9 (NON CONTRIBUTING)

Louis Dwyer, Esquire representing Marc and Pamela DeBlasio who were present along with their professional William McLees, Architect. Mr. Dwyer gave a brief history of the application explaining in detail the previous meetings including the demolition approval by Resolution #2014-27 on July 28, 2014 and the two additional meeting trying to seek Conceptual Approval. He contends his client in mindful of the Commission’s concerns as well as the neighbors regarding size and style of the structure. Mr. Dwyer describes the current submission of the structure as a cottage style building that will better fit the neighborhood. He informed the Commission that this application does have to go to the Zoning Board of Adjustment. Mr. McLees then presented his plans with a revision date November 14, 2014 (original date July 21, 2014, other revision dates August 5, 2014 and October 9, 2014, November 6, 2014) on an enlarged photo boards for the members and audience perusal. Sheet A-1 detailed the Site Plan, Building Section and colorized perspective of the cottage, A-2 1st 2nd encompassed the and floor plan and A-3 depicted Jefferson and Page Street elevations (23.5 Feet in height) along with the materials to be used. He described the single family dwelling as a cottage with a front entrance, wraparound porch and Single car garage. The 1st floor will be at the current base flood elevation (11ft) and square footage of approximately 1,375 square feet. Materials requested; Roof – Asphalt shingles and painted aluminum standing seam, Facia – Azek, Soffits – Azek, Siding – Hardie Cement shingle style, Windows – Andersen 400 Series, Doors – Therma-Tru CCM200, Columns – HB&G Perma Wrap, Railing HB&G, Decking – Fiberglass, Foundation – concrete parged and 4” brick facing, HVAC – Vinyl fence enclosure HB&G, Driveway/Walkways – Concrete and Brick Pavers, Fences – HB&G Vinyl, Exterior Lighting – Trafalgar wall lanterns by Seagull and Garage will match in same materials.

Members were positive on the application and stated reasons for acceptance of this cottage style structure for the record. Reasons were that it was a modest size dwelling in contemporary style bungalow with a front entrance that most of all it blends in with the streetscape. Concerns were of the materials that are vinyl to azek that can be painted and build up the porch railings and use wood for the shower enclosure or painted Azek. Chairman Coupland stated that the shower and HVAC locations were not specified on the plans. Mr. McLees responded that they will be located in the rear off the garage. Discussion ensued regarding the height of the house with the Architect verifying that it will be 27.5 from grade and the Members appreciative of the reductions from the previous two (2) structures that were presented. Member Carroll requested verification that the porch screens will be located behind the porch rail. Mr. McLees responded that they are. Member Cogswell expressed his concerns with 2 entrances for the porch and Mr. DeBlasio responding the reason and assured Mr. Cogswell there will be vegetation to enhance. Vice Chairman Fontaine echoed the other members comments and concurred that this was a challenge and thanked the applicant along with the professionals. Member Furlin stated he feels the design that is being presented blends in with the streetscape as well as entire area of Cape May.

The meeting was open to the public at 7:35 pm with several concerned neighbors present who spoke: Joe McCauley - 813 Columbia, had concerns regarding the height, he