Thanks for your help with this project. Attached is a drawing showing how we calculated the mean grade on all sides of the building per Section 2.15 to establish the building height. We have used the average height of the low-sloped roof decking as the high point of the roof, excluding the parapets.

The stair tower on the SE end of the building is a listed exemption under Section 24 p of the Ordinance. This structure is the housing of a stair tower used to access the 7 roof top units for routine maintenance.

The materials shown on the elevations will be similar and compatible to the existing church. We have incorporated brick on the bottom 2/3s of the wall and roof shingles into the design to tie into the existing design elements. An E.I.F.S. material (Exterior Insulated Finish System - similar to Sto or Dryvit) will be used on the top 1/3 of the wall as an accent material, to break up the large expanse of brick, thereby reducing the perceived height of the building.

I trust that this information will assist you in your report to the Township. Please call me if you have any further questions.

Paul Worden

Architectural Designer

Dan Vos Construction Company

Office:  (616) 676-9169

Office Fax:  (616) 676-2435

Direct Dial: (616) 425-2863

6160 E. Fulton St. * PO Box 189 * Ada, MI * 49301