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Report To: Planning and Development Committee
Date of Meeting: June 26, 2017
Report Number: PSD-053-17
File Number: PLN 34.5.2.47
Resolution Number: PD-143-17
By-law Number:
Report Subject: Designated Heritage Property Alteration Request – 1640 Concession
Road 9
Recommendations:
1.That Report PSD-053-17 be received;
2.That permission be granted to allow for the original double hung gothic windows of
coloured and etched glass to be replaced with new wooden windows and to allow the
sponge grain finished wainscoting to be painted on the property identified as 1640
Concession Road 9, Enfield, in accordance with Section 33(4) of the Ontario Heritage
Act; and
3.That all interested parties listed in Report PSD-053-17 and any delegations be advised of
Council’s decision.
Municipality of Clarington
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Report Overview
The owners of 1640 Concession Road 9 in Enfield have applied for a Heritage
Alteration Permit. The permit is to allow for the original double hung gothic windows of
coloured and etched glass to be replaced with new wooden windows and to allow the
sponge grain finished wainscoting to be painted. The Clarington Heritage Committee
and staff are recommending that Council approve the alteration request.
1. Application Details
1.1. Owner/Applicant: Christine and Todd Kauffman
1.2. Proposal: To allow for the original double hung gothic windows of
coloured and etched glass to be replaced with new
wooden windows and to allow the sponge grain finished
wainscoting to be painted.
1.3. Area: 0.05 Hectares (0.13 Acre)
1.4. Location: 1640 Concession Road 9, Enfield
1.5. Roll Number: 181701016023400
2. Background
2.1. The building at 1640 Concession Road 9 dates back to 1877 and is a very good
example of small rural frame churches built in Darlington during the mid-1800’s
(Figure 1). The property was designated by Council under Part IV of the Ontario
Act on June 8, 1992. In November 2015, Council approved an amendment to the
designation by-law to allow alterations to the building that would permit the
conversion of the former church to a single detached dwelling. Included in the
alterations was adding wooden storm windows to the exterior of the double hung
gothic windows, which are single paned glass.
2.2. Attributes specifically noted in the designation by-law of heritage value and interest
include:
• Wooden clapboard siding
• Double hung gothic windows of coloured and etched glass
• Gothic arched window above the front door
• 6 inch pine floor boards,
• Sponge grained wainscoting
• Pine coat rack
Municipality of Clarington
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Figure 1: Front façade of 1640 Concession Road 9
The current owners, Christine and Todd Kauffman, purchased the property in
2016. During the 2017 winter months the Kauffman’s experienced problems with
condensation and water entering through the double hung gothic windows and
water pooling between the new storm windows. The new storm windows were not
constructed in a typical fashion and are not easily removable. It appears when the
storms were installed, the double hung gothic windows were altered. This
alteration has allowed water to get between the windows and causing
condensation.
The owners have appeared before the heritage committee on multiple occasions
seeking input and dialog on possible solutions. The Kauffman’s have also
contacted many window experts to explore their options. Staff have conducted
site visits to view the water damage the Kauffman’s have experienced (Figure 2).
Municipality of Clarington
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Figure 2: Rot and water damage on existing double hung windows
The proposed replacement windows (Attachment 1) are the best option to address
the damage to the existing windows. The alterations made to the windows when
the storm windows were installed make it very difficult to keep the existing
windows and address the water issues observed.
The sponge grained finish on the wainscoting has faded over the years and is no
longer visible.
3. Ontario Heritage Act
The Ontario Heritage Act empowers municipalities to pass a by-law designating a
property to be of cultural heritage value and interest. On June 8, 1992, Council
approved the heritage designation of 1640 Concession Road 9 under part IV of the
Ontario Heritage Act.
Municipality of Clarington
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The Act stipulates that the owner of a property designated under Part IV cannot
alter the property where such alteration is likely to affect the heritage attributes set
out in the property’s description in the designation by-law without Council’s
consent. Council is required to consult the heritage committee when considering
an alteration request.
The Clarington Heritage Committee reviewed the request for alteration to the
designated heritage property during their April 18 and May 16, 2017 meetings.
They passed the following motions in support of the required alterations to the
property at 1640 Concession Road 9:
“THAT the committee recommend approval for the replacement of the
existing double hung gothic wooden windows with etched and stained glass
with new redwood windows with wooden mullions in a design that replicates
the existing windows.”
“THAT the committee recommend approval for the alteration of the sponge
grained wainscoting to be painted an off white or cream colour as the sponge
grained wainscoting was removed at some point in time.”
4. Staff Comments
The amount of water damage and rot around the original double hung windows is
extensive. It may be possible to repair the existing windows; however, given the
alterations in 2015 the contractors consulted indicated they cannot guarantee the
repair will prevent similar water problems from occurring. The solution that would
best address the water problems and give the home owners functioning windows
would be removing the storm windows and replacing the windows.
The proposed new wooden windows will be custom made and installed in the
existing window frames after the rot is repaired. The new windows will be similar
in appearance, minus the etched and coloured glass. When reviewing
maintenance on heritage buildings every effort is made to repair and retain original
elements of buildings. In this instance replacement appears to be the best solution
to limit any further damage to the building.
The sponge grained finish on the wainscoting is no longer visible. The finish has
faded over time and appears as unstained wood. Updating the wainscoting with a
new coat of paint to improve its appearance does not impact the heritage value.
5. Concurrence
Not applicable.
Municipality of Clarington
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6. Conclusion
The Clarington Heritage Committee’s function under the Ontario Heritage Act is to
provide advice and assistance to Council on matters of heritage conservation. The
committee is in support of the proposed alterations to replace the original double
hung gothic windows with new wooden windows and to allow the sponge grain
wainscoting to be painted.
Staff support the request for a heritage permit alteration to this designated property
and recommend Council approve the requested alterations.
7. Strategic Plan Application
The recommendations contained in this report conform to the Strategic Plan,
specifically actions 3.4 and 3.5.
Submitted by: Reviewed by:
David J. Crome, MCIP, RPP Curry Clifford, MPA, CMO,
Director of Planning Services Interim CAO
Staff Contact: Brandon Weiler, Planner, 905-623-3379 ext. 2424 or
bweiler@clarington.net
Attachments:
Attachment 1 – Proposed Wood Window Replacements
The following is a list of the interested parties to be notified of Council’s decision:
Christine and Todd Kauffman
Clarington Heritage Committee
Provincial Registrar Ontario Heritage Trust
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053-17.docx
Attachment 1 to
Municipality of Clarington Report PSD-053-17