Transcript — HPC 2026-01-28

January 28, 2026

HPC JANUARY 28, 2026

STATE OF TEXAS
COUNTY OF TARRANT
CITY OF GRAPEVINE

The Historic Preservation Commission for the City of Grapevine, Texas met in a Public
Hearing on Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. in the Grapevine City Hall, 2nd
floor Council Chambers located at 200 South Main Street, Grapevine Texas with the
following members present:

Margaret Telford Chairman

Theresa Meyer Vice-Chairman

Janice Rhoda Commissioner

Jana Garcia Commissioner

Taylor Bunn Commissioner

David Ewbank Commissioner

Curtis Ratliff Commissioner

Michael Reeder Commissioner- Alternate

Paul Slechta Mayor Pro Tem City Council Liaison

Larry Oliver P&Z Liaison

Matthew Boyle City of Grapevine Attorney
The above constitutes a quorum:

with the following City staff present:

Paul W. McCallum Executive Director Convention & Visitors Bureau
David Klempin Historic Preservation Officer (HPO)
Hugo Gardea Assistant Historic Preservation Manager
Kayce Vanderpool Historic Preservation Secretary
CALL TO ORDER

Chairman Telford called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.

The Chairman welcomed and introduced Paul Slechta Mayor Pro Tem and our City
Council Liaison, Matthew Boyle Grapevine City Attorney, P. W. McCallum Convention
and Visitors Bureau Executive Director, Larry Oliver our Planning & Zoning Liaison, David
Klempin Historic Preservation Officer and Hugo Gardea Assistant Historic Preservation
Manager.

CITIZEN COMMENTS

Any person who is not scheduled on the agenda may address the Historic Preservation
Commission under Citizen Comments by completing a Citizen Appearance Request form.
In accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, the Commission is restricted in
discussing or taking action during Citizen Comments.

Chairman Telford called for any citizen comments; No citizen comments were registered.

WORK SESSION
Hugo Gardea presented the most recent staff approved Certificates of Appropriateness.

A. Staff approve Certificates of Appropriateness as follows:

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#CA25-59A for property located at 336 South Main Street;
#CA25-78 for property located at 106 East Texas Street;
#CA25-79 for property located at 213 East College Street;
#CA25-80 for property located at 205 East College Street;
#CA25-81 for property located at 613 East Texas Street;
#CA25-83A for property located at 120 South Main Street, Suite #50;
#CA25-85 for property located at 736 East Wall Street;
#CA25-86 for property located at 501 Smith Street;
#CA25-87 for property located at 417 South Main Street;
#CA25-89 for property located at 416 West College Street;
#CA25-91 for property located at 852 East Texas Street;
#CA25-92 for property located at 603 South Main Street, Suite #303;
#CA25-93 for property located at 603 South Main Street, Suite #303;

PUBLIC HEARING
Chairman Telford declared the public hearing open for:

A. Certificate of Appropriateness #CA25-82 for property located at 807 East
Worth Street, legally described as Block 5, Lot 16, D. E. Box Addition, City of Grapevine
and take any necessary action.

BACKGROUND:

Certificate of Appropriateness application #CA25-82 was submitted on November 21,
2025 by property owners James and Kelly Clements to construct an addition to the
existing house and a new attached three-car garage. The existing 2,009 square foot
house was constructed in 1955 as a speculative house. In the early 1960s the original
attached two-car rear entry garage was enclosed as living space and a new laundry room
and attached side entry garage was constructed to the rear of the house. The house was
purchased in 1967 by Grapevine Fire Chief Bill Powers and his wife Maypearl and is
where they raised their family and lived until their passing in 2024.

The Clements purchased the house in 2025 to serve as their family home. They had been
looking for a home in the historic Township area as their children attend Faith Christian
School. They met with Historic Preservation staff on several occasions to plan for its
renovation and restoration with plans for a new addition to the rear of the house and a
new detached garage. Plans were prepared by architect Russell Moran for the renovation
and additions. Further inspection of the existing house by a structural engineer confirmed
the foundation of the house had failed and is not stable enough to allow for the proposed
renovation project and the new addition. See attached documentation from the engineer
and letter with evaluation and photographs from the applicant.

The owner requests the Commission approve demolition of the existing house and
foundation and to construct a new 3,450 square foot house replicating the original house,
with an addition of living space to the rear and a new 650 square foot three-car attached
garage.

The lot is 16,844 square feet in size, with adequate space to allow for the proposed
detached structure. The house living area including the attached three-car garage is

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3,450 square feet in size. The building height is 17 feet. The building coverage of the lot
is 26.4 percent of 40 percent maximum allowed coverage.

RECOMMENDATION:

Staff recommends the Historic Preservation Commission approve with conditions
Certificate of Appropriateness #CA25-82 for the property located at 807 East Wall Street,
legally described as Block 5, Lot 16, D. E. Box Addition, City of Grapevine to the
Grapevine Historic Preservation Ordinance 91-73 (Appendix G — Grapevine Code of
Ordinances), as amended for the following items:

1. To demolish the existing 2,009 square foot house and construct a new 3,450
square foot house replicating the original house, with a one-story addition of living
space to the rear and a 650 square foot attached three-car garage accessed from
Ruth Street;

with the condition approval is obtained from Board of Zoning Adjustment to allow for the
existing side yard building setback conditions of the existing house to remain; the existing
driveway curb cut is removed and new driveway permit is approved for a curb cut is
constructed for access from Ruth Street to the new attached garage; the existing exterior
brick of the house is removed, cleaned and reinstalled on the street facing elevations of
the house; a permit be obtained from the Building Department and all exterior materials,
finishes, paint colors, doors and hardware, windows and exterior light fixtures are required
to be approved on a separate Certificate(s) of Appropriateness.

Property owners James and Kelly came forward to introduce themselves and thanked the
Commission for the consideration.

Terri Meyer asked how the brick could be saved and reused on this house. David Klempin
said there is a process to clean the bricks and there should be enough brick to cover the
front and sides of the house.

Janice Rhoda said her main concern was what the new house would look like. She liked
that the house will be rebuilt as an exact replica, with the addition on the rear of the house.

Chairman Telford said that rebuilding is the best solution possible.

Commissioner Rhoda made a motion to close the hearing, Commissioner Ratliff
seconded the motion. Hearing closed with vote:

Ayes: 7 (Telford, Meyer, Garcia, Bunn, Rhoda, Ewbank, Ratliff)
Nays: 0
Absent: 0

Commissioner Rhoda made a motion to approve #CA25-82 with conditions,
Commissioner Ratliff seconded the motion.

Motion approved with vote:
Ayes: 7 (Telford, Meyer, Garcia, Bunn, Rhoda, Ewbank, Ratliff)

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Nays: 0
Absent: 0

B. Certificate of Appropriateness #CA25-88 for property located at 846 East
Worth Street, legally described as Block 8, Lot 7, D. E. Box Addition, City of
Grapevine and take any necessary action.

BACKGROUND:

On December 10, 2025 #CA25-88 was submitted by owner Randall Dorshorst to remove
the non-original double pane aluminum windows from the Dorothy Bess Francesco House
and to replace them with new Renewal by Anderson composite windows in sandstone
color. The owner is requesting the removal of the aluminum windows to increase energy
efficiency of the windows in the house.

The request for whole house window replacement must be reviewed by the Grapevine
Historic Preservation Commission for compliance with the Secretary of Interior Standards
(see attached) and Design Guidelines for the D. E. Box Historic District.

Windows on historic buildings are important architectural character defining features that
merit preservation and, where necessary, careful and respectful consideration when
replacing. Replacement of windows in a historic building should be in-kind using the
same size, materials and configuration of the original historic windows. The proposed
material for these windows, Fibrex, is a wood composite material made with recycled
wood that is blended with polymers.

The city’s Historic Preservation Design Guidelines require a window replacement project
start with an analysis of the original historic windows and not a survey of contemporary
window products on the market. The Design Guidelines also require window
replacements retain as much of the character of the historic windows as possible. This
includes:

1) the pattern of the openings and their size

2) proportions of the frame and sash;

3) configuration of window panes;

4) muntin profiles;

5) type of wood;

6) paint color;

7) characteristics of the glass; and

8) associated details such as arched tops, hoods, or other decorative elements.

The proposed replacement material would violate standards 2 and 5 of the Secretary of
Interior Standards which require the retaining of distinctive features and materials. The
Design Guidelines for the D. E. Box Historic District concur with these Standards.

The house was constructed in 1953 for Dorothy Bess Francesco, a fifth generation

Grapevine resident. A photo from 1955 of Dorothy Bess on the front porch show the
original windows were two-over-two horizontally divided windows. This awning-style

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design of windows was popular in the 1950s and used in homes throughout Grapevine.
The windows are character defining elements of the 1953 Dorothy Bess Francesco
House, which is a contributing structure to the D. E. Box Addition Historic District.

RECOMMENDATION:

Staff recommends the Historic Preservation Commission deny Certificate of
Appropriateness #CA25-88 for the property located at 846 East Worth Street, legally
described as Block 8, Lot 7, D. E. Box Addition, City of Grapevine to the Grapevine
Historic Preservation Ordinance 91-73 (Appendix G — Grapevine Code of Ordinances),
as amended for the following items:

1. Remove the non-original double pane aluminum windows from the Dorothy Bess
Francesco House and replace them with new Renewal by Anderson composite
windows in sandstone color.

Vice-Chairman Meyer questioned the history of the windows. They were replaced in the
90’s and approved again in 2017 before the new whole house window replacement
guidelines were in effect.

David Klempin said the staff is requesting the material and configuration of the windows
match the appearance of the original windows shown in the 1957 photo. He said what
would be appropriate for this house style is an awning style, horizontal divided two over
two configurations.

Vice-Chairman Meyer asked about the existing picture window. Historic Preservation
Officer Klempin said it was changed in 2017 but should be returned to the two, double
hung windows. There are three types of windows that would have been available when
this house was constructed in the1950’s; wood, aluminum and steel.

Commissioner Bunn reiterated that the commissioners are looking at the architectural
configuration of the time of the building of the house.

Commissioner Garcia asked if the case is tabled tonight could the owner change to a
different configuration and material for the case to be reconsidered next month.

Applicant Randy Dorhorst stepped up and thanked David Klempin and Hugo Gardea for
taking the time to help with this process and he said over the years Mr. Klempin has
been very accommodating with many other projects they have done on their property.
The property owners have done a lot of research before deciding on the Renewal by
Anderson product.

Renewal by Anderson representative Breanna Lyons was asked by property owner to
give a presentation regarding the replacement window unit. She said this product is the
best window on the market. In the 1990’s Renewal by Anderson designed a window
that looks and feels exactly like a wood window. This window selection is 40% wood
fiber and 60% thermal polymer and can last as long as the house with less upkeep. (a
sample of the profile was passed around to the Commissioners)

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Commissioner Rhoda pointed out that the commission is tasked to follow the Secretary
of Interior Standards guidelines, is there not another option you could come up with.

Property owner Dorhorst said there are all kinds of options available and no one would
put in single pane windows now that there are three pane window options that are much
more energy efficient.

Commissioner Garcia asked if the we could approve wood on the front of the house and
Renewal by Anderson on the back of the house. This product is not authentic to the
character of the house.

City Attorney Boyle asked Randy Dorhorst if he was willing to accommodate to the
preferred configuration of the staff recommended window design. Mr. Dorhorst said he
would accommodate to make the change to the plans and he would work with Historic
Preservation staff discuss other window materials.

City Attorney Boyle suggested the case be tabled to be reconsidered during the
February 25, 2026 HPC meeting. During that time the property owner works with
Historic Preservation staff on window selections to provide complete plans with window
configurations and suggested new materials.

Commissioner Rhoda made a motion to close the public hearing, Commissioner Ratliff
seconded the motion.

Hearing closed with vote:

Ayes: 7 (Telford, Meyer, Garcia, Bunn, Rhoda, Ewbank, Ratliff)
Nays: 0

Absent: 0

Commissioner Rhoda made a motion to table #CA25-88 to the February 25, 2026
meeting, Commissioner Ratliff seconded the motion. #CA25-88 Tabled with vote:

Ayes: 7 (Telford, Meyer, Garcia, Bunn, Rhoda, Ewbank, Ratliff)
Nays: 0
Absent: 0

Cc. Certificate of Appropriateness # CA25-90 for the property located at 514 East
Texas Street, legally described as Block 106, Lot 3B & 4, College Heights Addition, City
of Grapevine and take any necessary action.

BACKGROUND:

Certificate of Appropriateness application #CA25-90 was submitted on December 17,
2025 by the applicant Amy Gallegos to renovate the existing 1,576 square foot house at
514 East Texas Street, preserving the existing streetscape view. The new owners desire
to adapt the house to serve as a home for their family. The plans were prepared by
architect Russell Moran. Proposed changes include: to enclose the front porch to expand
the size of the living room; construct a new brick fireplace and chimney on the east side
of the house serving the living room; construct a new front entry area with brick wall and
pergola above; enclose the existing one-car garage and convert it to living space to serve

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as a new bedroom; and construct a new addition to the rear of the existing house
including an expanded utility room, new bathroom, a new two-car garage with connecting
breezeway and covered patio;

Historic Preservation Staff met with the applicants to review plans for these changes. The
plans follow the requirements established by the Grapevine Pattern Book adopted in June
2025. The total living area of the existing 1,576 square foot house with the proposed
additions of 1,686 square feet totals 3,262 square feet. The property lot size is 10,500
square feet and the building coverage is 31.1% (maximum 40% lot coverage). Building
height is 17 feet.

RECOMMENDATION:

Staff recommends the Historic Preservation Commission approve with conditions
Certificate of Appropriateness #CA25-90 for the property located at 514 East Texas
Street, legally described as Block 106, Lot 3B & 4, College Heights Addition, Grapevine,
Texas to the Grapevine Historic Preservation Ordinance 91-73 (Appendix G — Grapevine
Code of Ordinances), as amended for the following items:

Renovate the existing 1,576 square foot house, while preserving the existing
streetscape view as follows:

1. Enclose the front porch to expand the size of the living room;

2. Construct a new brick fireplace and chimney on the east side of the house serving
the living room;

3. Construct a new front entry area with brick wall and pergola above:

4. Enclose the existing one-car garage and convert it to living space to serve as a
new bedroom;

5. Construct a new addition to the rear of the existing house including an expanded
utility room, new bathroom, a new two-car garage with connecting breezeway and
covered patio;

as per the attached plans with the conditions that approval is obtained from the
Board of Zoning Adjustment to allow the non-conforming side yard setback of the
existing house; and a building permit be obtained from the Building Department.

The Property owners Elvis and Amy Gallegos came forward to introduce themselves.
They have four children (15, 13, 10 and 7 year old) and a dog. Both Elvis and Amy are
employed by the Grapevine Faith Christian School and are active with the 151 Church.
They are looking forward to moving to and living in Grapevine to become a bigger part
of this community.

Chairman Telford welcomed them and said she looking forward to seeing the new
additions on the house.

Vice-Chairman Meyer made a motion to close the public hearing, Commissioner Rhoda
seconded the motion.

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Hearing closed with vote:

Ayes: 7 (Telford, Meyer, Garcia, Bunn, Rhoda, Ewbank, Ratliff)
Nays: 0

Absent: 0

Commissioner Rhoda made a motion to approve #CA25-82 with conditions,
Commissioner Bunn seconded the motion.

Motion approved with vote:

Ayes: 7 (Telford, Meyer, Garcia, Bunn, Rhoda, Ewbank, Ratliff)
Nays: 0

Absent: 0

MINUTES

Commission to consider the minutes of the November 19, 2025 Regular Meeting. Vice
Chairman Meyer moved to approve the minutes as written; Commissioner Ratliff
seconded the motion and was followed in a vote of:

Ayes: 7 (Telford, Meyer, Garcia, Bunn, Rhoda, Ewbank, Ratliff)
Nays: 0

Absent: 0

Minutes approved

ADJOURNMENT
Commissioner Ratliff moved to adjourn the meeting, Commissioner Garcia seconded the

motion.

Adjournment approved with vote:

Ayes: 7 (Telford, Meyer, Garcia, Bunn, Rhoda, Ewbank, Ratliff)
Nays: 0

Absent: 0

Meeting adjourned at 7:25 p.m.

January 28, 2026 Minutes
Passed and approved by the Historic Preservation Commission of the City of Grapevine,
Texas, this the 25th day of February 2026.

APPROVED:
CHAIRM
ATTEST:
Kayce Vonoluyorsel
SECRETARY

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