Old Georgetown Appendix: CFA Meeting — 21 July 2011

The Commission regrets that the replacement windows were installed prior to completion of review process or permit. No objection to issuance of permit for proposed replacement of casement wood windows at rear and for single-hung wood window at dormer to match dimension, configuration, details and profile of windows on adjoining property. Supplemental information dated 15 June 2011 indicates windows will be single-glazed wood windows with 7/8" true-divided-lites custom made and sized to fit opening. Use half-screens ONLY. Note: as installed with brickmould as casing, the dormer window does not conform to approved design and must be corrected no later than 31 August 2011. All other existing doors and windows will be repaired. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the exterior design made during DCRA technical review must be re-submitted to the Commission for approval prior to issuance of permit.

No objection to concept design for new front door and transom, new window opening at east wall, new rear addition, and new solid gates, and underground garage as shown in supplemental drawings dated 28 June 2011. File new submission of working drawings, including details and dimensions, with permit application for review by the Commission.

No objection to issuance of permit for proposed replacement of entry brick stairs with new brick stairs and metal railing as shown in supplemental drawings dated 6 July 2011. The Commission encourages the applicant to consider replacement with iron stairs to match those on other buildings on the row of houses, which would be a more historically accurate solution appropriate to this building. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the exterior design made during DCRA technical review must be re-submitted to the Commission for approval prior to issuance of permit.

No objection to issuance of permit for proposed addition of a 4G cellular antenna for AT&T to the existing rooftop frames as shown in supplemental drawings dated 1 June 2011 PROVIDED stealth enclosure is installed on all existing and proposed antennas at the same time the new antennas are installed. The Commission encourages the other service providers with antennas on the roof to add the stealth cover to their antennas as well. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the exterior design made during DCRA technical review must be re-submitted to the Commission for approval prior to issuance of permit.

No objection to issuance of permit for proposed alterations and sign scheme for 'Gap / Gap Kids / baby Gap' as shown in supplemental drawings dated 26 July 2011 which indicate awnings located high on storefront, lettering on valance of the two narrow awnings, sign with 1'-6' high lettering reading 'GAP' illuminated from above by two new bk light fixtures. Projecting sign and/or banner were not approved and were deleted from this permit application. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the exterior design made during DCRA technical review must be re-submitted to the Commission for approval prior to issuance of permit.

Recommend AGAINST concept design for alterations as proposed which are not appropriate to the historic character of the pair of houses. No objection to the concept design for rear addition as shown in supplemental drawings dated 7 July 2011. Recommend further study of a single handrail against front wall, a single glass door at entry and replacement of vinyl windows on front facade with 1/1 all-wood windows. File new submission of detailed and dimensioned drawings for review by the Commission.

No objection to issuance of permit for proposed installation of photovoltaic solar panels mounted on rear slope of roof PROVIDED installation is not visible from P Street. Note: Applicant agreed to make the necessary adjustments during construction to assure that the installation will not be visible from P St. Note: The L'Enfant Trust holds an easement on this property. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the exterior design made during DCRA technical review must be re-submitted to the Commission for approval prior to issuance of permit.

No objection to issuance of permit for proposed two-story rear addition with basement as shown in supplemental drawings dated 23 June 2011 which indicate operable wood shutters, wood insulated windows with simulated-divided-lites and 7/8 inch muntin, and aluminum-clad rear doors, PROVIDED the standing seam metal roof is hand-pressed, and the shutters for the first floor paired windows are sized to cover the window when closed and half-screens are used. The Commission encourages the applicant to include the replacement of the existing aluminum siding and metal shutters on all facades with wood siding and operable wood shutters on the scope of work on this permit application. Note that the L'Enfant Trust holds an easement on this property. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the exterior design made during DCRA technical review must be re-submitted to the Commission for approval prior to issuance of permit.

Returned without Action. Submitted materials are not sufficient for permit or concept review. File new submission of design and appearance for proposed gate and brick walkway onto Poplar Lane. Recommend use of vertical board fence with a flat top to replace existing stockade fence which is not consistent with the character of Poplar Lane; a replacement-to-match in this case is not appropriate. The Commission encourages the applicant to improve on the condition of the exiting fences and gate which adversely impact their context on Poplar Lane.

No objection to issuance of permit for proposed sign scheme composed of single sign of letters no taller than 12-inches high reading 'Estetica Salon & Spa' on front face of awning over entry doors ONLY, as shown in option A-01 PROVIDED listing of web site, which is not appropriate and was not approved, is deleted. No objection to applied signs composed of vinyl letters no taller than 4 inches high onto window glass. All other signs, lettering, advertisement panels, banners and hanging signs were NOT approved and were deleted from this permit application. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the exterior design made during DCRA technical review must be re-submitted to the Commission for approval prior to issuance of permit.

Recommend AGAINST issuance of permit for proposed barrel vault awning over entry door which is not compatible with the historic character of this building and not appropriate to the historic district. No objection to issuance of permit for a pole-mounted flag sign for Bookhill Bistro as shown in supplemental drawings dated 29 June July 2011 PROVIDED top and bottom brackets are as small as possible. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the exterior design made during DCRA technical review must be re-submitted to the Commission for approval prior to issuance of permit.

No objection to concept design for proposed one-story rear addition over portion of the roof deck at the fourth floor level. File new submission of working drawings, including dimensions and details, with permit application for review by the Commission.

No objection to issuance of permit for proposed sign scheme for Brooks Brothers including back lit sign ONLY on M St facade composed of pin-mounted letters no taller than 12 inches high, non-illuminated sign on 31st St sized to width of shop window opening, two single Sunbrella woven fabric awnings on M St storefronts with single logo on valance and applied lettering to shop windows as shown in drawings dated 17 June 2011 which conform to previously approved design. See case OG 11-165. Illumination of 31st St sign is not appropriate, was not approved and was crossed out off the drawings. Existing light sconces will be removed as part of this project. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the exterior design made during DCRA technical review must be re-submitted to the Commission for approval prior to issuance of permit.

No objection to issuance of permit for proposed replacement of front stairs and retaining wall for planter on front yard to match adjacent brick stairs at 2910 R St NW as shown in supplemental drawings dated 27 June 2011. Note that the Capitol Historic Trust holds a preservation easement on this property. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the exterior design made during DCRA technical review must be re-submitted to the Commission for approval prior to issuance of permit.

No objection to issuance of permit for two proposed dormers at rear slope of roof as shown in supplemental drawings dated 18 July 2011 which indicate PROVIDED window sill extends the full width of the dormer casing. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the exterior design made during DCRA technical review must be re-submitted to the Commission for approval prior to issuance of permit.

No objection to issuance of permit for replacement of fence at rear with board-on-board fence and a 6-ft wide vertical board gate as shown in supplemental drawings dated 27 June 2011. Fence and gate must be painted or stained. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the exterior design made during DCRA technical review must be re-submitted to the Commission for approval prior to issuance of permit. Paving of the parking pad off the rear alley with concrete, which is an impermeable paving material not appropriate to the historic district, was not approved, was deleted from the scope of work of this permit application and crossed-off the drawings. File new submission with permit application for paving of parking pad with brick or cobblestone pavers on a sand and gravel base for review by the Commission.

Returned without Action. Submitted materials and a site visit of 21 June 2011 indicate that proposed alterations to rear facade will not be visible from public thoroughfare. Refer to the Historic Preservation Review Board.

No objection to issuance of permit for proposed installation of roof top sled mounted antennas for Sprint and equipment shelter all behind new stealth wall enclosure which must be installed at the same time as the antennas. File separate submission of permit application for AT&T antennas behind stealth wall to conform to this approved design for review by the Commission. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the exterior design made during DCRA technical review must be re-submitted to the Commission for approval prior to issuance of permit.

No objection to the general concept of a sign scheme composed of letters reading 'Pinkberry' mounted to a background of metal tubes attached in a manner that will not interrupt the storefront cornice. The design, as proposed, was not approved. Recommend further study of placement of tubes below upper fascia sized to fit within allowable space; and only one line of applied discs on storefront glass. File new submission of detailed and dimensioned drawings with permit application for sign scheme for review by the Commission.

No objection to issuance of permit for proposed sign scheme for Fine Art Galleries including sign panel between first and second floor windows with lettering no taller than 12 inches high and for smaller sign below light fixture by entry door as shown in supplemental drawings dated 28 June 2011. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the exterior design made during DCRA technical review must be re-submitted to the Commission for approval prior to issuance of permit.

No objection to issuance of permit for sign composed of Back-lit letters no taller than 12 inches high reading 'Imax' and mounted to existing roof as shown in Option 1 on drawings dated 17 June 2011. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the exterior design made during DCRA technical review must be re-submitted to the Commission for approval prior to issuance of permit.

No objection to issuance of permit for repaired entrance doors, small sign, ADA ramp at new door in bay window, roof vents, flag pole, brick wall and green screen around HVAC condenser units as shown in drawings dated 19 July 2011. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the exterior design made during DCRA technical review must be re-submitted to the Commission for approval prior to issuance of permit.

No objection to issuance of permit for proposed sign scheme for 'Fuel Pilates' composed of one sign panel mounted to front fascia of bay window ONLY as shown in supplemental drawings dated 6 July 2011. Two other sign panels for businesses at rear were not approved and were deleted from this permit application. File separate submission of dimensioned and detailed drawings with permit application for any additional sign at this location for review by the Commission. Note that existing projecting sign must be relocated lower so that bottom of sign is aligned with top of transom window as previously approved under case OG 09-220. Note that location of downspout across face of gable does not conform to previously approved designs for this property and must be submitted for review by the Commission no later than the 11 August 2011 deadline. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the exterior design made during DCRA technical review must be re-submitted to the Commission for approval prior to issuance of permit.

Returned without Action. Submitted materials and a site visit of 21 June 2011 indicate that proposed 1-story rear additions with basement will not be visible from public thoroughfare. Refer to the Historic Preservation Review Board.

Returned without Action. Submitted materials and a site visit of 21 June 2011 indicate that proposed partial demolition and 2-story rear addition will not be visible from public thoroughfare. Refer to the Historic Preservation Review Board.

No objection to issuance of permit for proposed replacement of windows damaged during fire as shown in supplemental drawings dated 28 June 2011 which indicate all-wood double-hung insulated 6/6 windows with simulated-divided-lite wood muntin and 4-inch wood mullion on first floor paired window. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the exterior design made during DCRA technical review must be re-submitted to the Commission for approval prior to issuance of permit.

No objection to general concept design for 2-story rear addition. No objection to concept of the razing and reconstruction of the garage structure and the retaining wall. Recommend return to original layout of rear patio behind pool structure, elimination of skylights on south slope of roof over garage, elimination of vaulted roof on breezeway and further study of roof slopes. File new submission of working drawings, including details, dimensions and landscape plan, with permit application for review by the Commission.

No objection to issuance of permit for proposed alterations to garage structure for new wood garage door on west facade and landscaping as shown in supplemental drawings dated 24 June 2011. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the exterior design made during DCRA technical review must be re-submitted to the Commission for approval prior to issuance of permit.

No objection to issuance of permit for proposed alterations to window openings on side wall to return them to original dimensions and for new single-glazed single-hung windows to match the profile and details of historic windows as shown in supplemental drawings dated 23 June 2011. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the exterior design made during DCRA technical review must be re-submitted to the Commission for approval prior to issuance of permit.

The Commission regrets that repaving of driveway and walkway was initiated prior to review or permit. No objection to issuance of permit for repaving of driveway with granite cobblestones on a sand and gravel base and of the entrance walkway with limestone pavers flush with cobblestones as shown in supplemental drawings dated 17 July 2011. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the exterior design made during DCRA technical review must be re-submitted to the Commission for approval prior to issuance of permit.

Returned without Action. Submitted materials and a site visit of 21 June 2011 indicate that proposed alterations to rear facade will not be visible from public thoroughfare. Refer to the Historic Preservation Review Board.

No objection to issuance of permit for new front door and transom, new window and door openings on the south elevation, new masonry opening at grade on west elevation, and garage alterations as shown in drawings dated 24 June 2011. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the exterior design made during DCRA technical review must be re-submitted to the Commission for approval prior to issuance of permit.

No objection to issuance of permit for new front door, transom, and surround, repairing existing siding and windows, and new aluminum units at rear as shown in drawings dated 28 June 2011. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the exterior design made during DCRA technical review must be re-submitted to the Commission for approval prior to issuance of permit.

No objection to issuance of permit for proposed two-story rear addition and repairs to historic porch as shown in supplemental drawings dated 27 June and 13 July 2011 which indicate lower eaves, smaller second floor windows, hyphens set-back 6-inches from the face of the wall, 2/2 wood windows with half screens and 1 1/2-in wide muntins to match those on house, and standing seam copper roof hand-pressed on site with traditional detailing. Window muntins must match 1 \'bd-in wide muntins on existing house. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the exterior design made during DCRA technical review must be re-submitted to the Commission for approval prior to issuance of permit.

Returned without Action. Submitted materials and a site visit of 21 June 2011 indicate that proposed alterations to window openings on front facade will not be visible from public thoroughfare. Refer to the Historic Preservation Review Board.

No objection to issuance of permit for proposed alterations to rear and replacement windows as shown in supplemental drawings dated 27 June 2011 which indicate insulated wood French doors, casement windows and transom windows with 7/8 inch simulated-divided-lites muntins to match existing. Wood transom bar will be retained. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the exterior design made during DCRA technical review must be re-submitted to the Commission for approval prior to issuance of permit.

No objection to issuance of permit for proposed alterations to front yard driveway as shown in supplemental drawings dated 18 July 2011 which indicate narrowing of driveway to width of curb, use of pea gravel over a sand base in between the granite block borders, and new landscaping including the retention of existing specimen monkey puzzle tree. Provide a sample of the pea gravel on site for approval prior to ordering materials. Use of granite block pavers on driveway was not approved and was deleted from this permit application. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the exterior design made during DCRA technical review must be re-submitted to the Commission for approval prior to issuance of permit.

Returned without Action. Submitted materials and a site visit of 21 June 2011 indicate that proposed brick garden fence at rear yard will not be visible from public thoroughfare. Refer to the Historic Preservation Review Board.

The Old Georgetown Board offered the following comments regarding four building areas suggested in the July 2011 Tudor Place Master Preservation Plan for the landmark site and the adjacent property to the north. A small gatehouse could be located at the sidewalk, on either side of the driveway at 31st Street. An addition(s) to the historic garage could be considered to the south of the historic building or to the east of its 1967 addition. The proposed addition to the tool house raised several concerns based on its awkward footprint and the impact on the surrounding vegetation. The property to the north with the administration building could be developed with a new building; demolition of the late–20th–century garage is reasonable as it is not a contributing structure. The new construction at the north property should accentuate a sense of place and the historic north–south axis of the formal garden. File new submissions of concept designs for the specific projects for review by the Old Georgetown Board when ready.

Note: all attempts by staff to contact applicant were unsuccessful. Returned without Action. Submitted materials are not sufficient for permit or concept review. File new submission of required information and drawings: existing and proposed site plans, floor plans, elevations, sections, details, etc for review by the Commission.

No objection to issuance of permit for proposed 6–ft high vertical wood board fence with a flat top as shown in Option B PROVIDED fence supports are not visible from public thoroughfare and finished side faces the alley. Fence must be painted or stained. Replacement–to–match existing gothic picket fence is not appropriate in this case. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the exterior design made during DCRA technical review must be re–submitted to the Commission for approval prior to issuance of permit.

The Commission regrets that construction of the pergola / arbor was initiated prior to review or permit. No objection to issuance of permit for proposed unenclosed wood pergola/arbor with 24–inch on center lattice slats at rear yard at second floor level over one–story garage. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the exterior design made during DCRA technical review must be re–submitted to the Commission for approval prior to issuance of permit.