Old Georgetown Appendix: CFA Meeting — 17 September 2009

The Commission regrets that sign was installed prior to review or permit. No objection to issuance of permit for temporary installation of existing sign reading We One You Two which must be removed no later than 31 May 2010. 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 grouping of five transom windows as shown in supplemental drawings dated 20 May 2009 to match detailing of existing windows. Approval is conditional on removal of awning and illuminated sign box at the second floor level prior to issuance of permit. 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 widening of chain-link gate, submit working drawings to the Commission when ready.

No objection to issuance of permit for proposed replacement of paving on vehicular and pedestrian entrances with pavers, including work on public space, and for new brick piers with light fixtures and signs for The Cloisters West as shown in supplemental drawings dated 18 September 2009 with preference for the simplified fence option on supplemental darwing dated 21 September 2009. 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 concrete walkway on front yard with salvaged brick pavers. Recommend existing full screens, which do not contribute to the character of the historic building, be replaced with half screens. 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 one-story 7-ft rear addition as shown in supplemental drawings dated 15 September 2009 which indicate brick construction, replacement of tree elsewhere in landscaping of rear yard and condenser where it will not be visible from public thoroughfare. Alterations to and addition at the second floor level 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.

No objection to issuance of permit for proposed replacement of paving on walkways to entrances with Old Mill brick pavers by Pine Hall Brick Company in a herringbone pattern to match color of existing. 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 19 August 2009 indicate that proposed replacement wood board fence will not be visible from public thoroughfare. Refer to the Historic Preservation Review Board.

The Commission regrets that sign and light fixtures were installed without review or permit. No objection to issuance of permit for non-illuminated sign composed of 11-inch high letters on fascia reading 'Bodega' PROVIDED additional letters be removed and replaced with applied letters at bottom of glass on shop windows. Projecting sign was NOT approved and was removed. Logos were not approved and must be removed no later than 31 October 2009 as well as the lights fixtures on the sides of the bay. Recommend filing new permit application to replace gooseneck light fixtures with smaller fixtures. Note is made that storefront and second floor balcony railing are in disrepair and in its present condition detract from the historic 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.

The Commission regrets that the light fixtures illuminating the facade at the second and third floors were installed prior to review or permit. Recommend AGAINST issuance of permit for existing light fixtures which are inappropriate to this historic building and do not preserve the character of the historic district. Proposed light fixtures to illuminate upper building facades are not historic features and violate the integrity of the historic building fabric. Existing street lampposts and retail-level lights provide sufficient and historically appropriate illumination; additional upper-story lighting is contrary to sustainable energy use. Existing lights must be removed no later than 31 December 2009 with the brick repaired.

Recommend AGAINST issuance of permit for proposed light fixtures which are inappropriate to this historic building and do not preserve the character of the historic district. Proposed light fixtures to illuminate upper building facades are not historic features and violate the integrity of the historic building fabric. Existing street lampposts and retail-level lights provide sufficient and historically appropriate illumination; additional upper-story lighting is contrary to sustainable energy use.

No objection to issuance of permit for proposed non-illuminated projecting sign for Gallerie Chez M with simple bracket option and for lettering on awning over entrance reading J Chocolatier as shown in supplemental drawings dated 15 September 2009. Existing banner on side wall and light fixtures installed over front windows must be removed no later than 31 October 2009. Recommend electric meter on front facade, which adversely impacts on historic building, be relocated to a location where it is not visible. 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 windows with Marvin single hung 6/6 wood windows with 7/8-inch simulated-divided-lights as shown in supplemental information dated 24 August and 3 September 2009. New windows will be sized to fit masonry opening and are approved for this location since existing windows are not original to the building.

No objection to issuance of permit for proposed door replacement in this 1960 building with a painted six-panel door with clear glass inserts on two top panels as shown in supplemental information dated 25 August and 4 September 2009 which indicate the door will be wood.

No objection to issuance of permit for proposed replacement sign scheme for Fed Ex Office as shown in supplemental drawings dated 20 August 2009 which indicate letters no taller than 12-inches high. Listing of services on shop window was deleted from this permit application.

No objection to issuance of permit for proposed alterations, including replacement of one glass panel to match existing, and for new sign composed of back lit letters no taller than 12-inches high reading "True Religion Blue Jeans" mounted on sign band on storefront cornice as shown in supplemental drawings dated 15 September 2009. An awning in this location was approved and was deleted from the 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.

No objection to issuance of permit for new painted wood 4-panel door.

No objection to issuance of permit for proposed back-lit sign with letters no taller than 12 inches high reading 'White House Black Market' as shown in supplemental drawings dated 19 August 2009.

Returned without Action. Permit application for awnings, signs and sidewalk cafe for Il Canale was withdrawn at the written request of applicant.

No objection to issuance of permit for new precast stone threshold and sills, one new double hung 1/1 wood window and repair of brick parapet.

No objection to issuance of permit for proposed alterations for new basement entrance on side wall, and alterations to rear as shown in supplemental drawings dated 17 September 2009 which indicates steel railing and transom above new wood door. Proposed work has limited visibility from public thoroughfare. 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 19 August 2009 indicate that proposed alterations to raise roof for third floor addition, as shown in supplemental drawings dated 20 August 2009, will not be visible from public thoroughfare. Refer to the Historic Preservation Review Board. Mechanical equipment to be located where it is not visible form public thoroughfare.

No objection to issuance of permit for proposed replacement of rear wood stairs with metal stairs at rear and for replacement of three windows on second floor level on rear facade PROVIDED holly tree and its root zone is retained and protected during excavation of footings. Project has limited visibility from public thoroughfare. 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 replacement of 1/1 wood windows and transoms on front facade and 2/2 window on side wall which are original to the historic building and must be retained and repaired if needed. File separate permit application for replacement of second floor window on side wall, which is not original, or those on rear facade, which is not visible from public thoroughfare, with wood windows. Vinyl replacement windows were NOT approved and were deleted from, this permit application. Proposed wood windows were NOT approved.

No objection to issuance of permit for revised design for two back-lit signs reading TD Bank as shown in supplemental drawings dated 8 September 2009 which indicate a metal return on the channel letter to block visibility of the light source and a white background panel.

No objection to issuance of permit for proposed two-story rear addition to replace porch as shown in supplemental drawings dated 3 September and 11 September 2009. 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 two-story rear addition with basement as proposed. Although there is no objection to a general concept of an addition, the historic structure must be preserved in its entirety, the addition must be subservient to the historic building and attach to it via a hyphen, and the basement at rear yard must be deleted to retain open space for in-ground landscaping. File separate concept application with revised design for review by the Commission when ready.

Returned without Action. Concept application for alterations to curb cut, driveway and gate was withdrawn by written request of applicant.

No objection to issuance of permit for proposed alterations including trim around garage door, replacement standing seam hand folded copper roof, and brick steps, as shown in supplemental drawings dated 14 September 2009. 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 19 August 2009 indicate that proposed three-story rear addition, as shown in supplemental drawings dated 20 August 2009, will not be visible from public thoroughfare. Refer to the Historic Preservation Review Board.

No objection to issuance of permit for proposed alterations to storefront, 2-story in-fill of dog-leg and one-story rear addition as shown in supplemental drawings dated 18 September 2009 which indicate retention of existing floor and roof structures and exterior walls, and repair of storefront metal cornice and pilasters in place. Windows on front facade will be repaired. Garage structure at rear will be removed. 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 sign program was installed without review or permit. Recommend AGAINST issuance of permit for existing zebra print applied on two windows. No objection to issuance of permit for six logos of applied letters reading 'Toka' on second floor windows ONLY and for two non-illuminated banners ONLY provided the phone number is removed. All additional signs, banners and zebra prints on street facade must be removed no later than 31 January 2010. The two banners are acceptable in this location because they are for a business occupying a large space at the second floor level and identify the entrance access.

No objection to concept design for proposed one-story rear addition provided 2/2 windows are used on addition, for 2-story side in-fill and for relocation of new 4 panel door. Recommend AGAINST proposed door surround which is inappropriate to this historic building; recommend door be returned to original condition as shown in adjacent house in row. File new submission of construction drawings, including details and dimensions, with permit application for review by the Commission when ready.

Returned without Action. Permit application for sign for True Religion Brand Jeans was withdrawn at written request of applicant dated 18 August 2009.

No objection to issuance of permit for replacement of brick paving to stone, new stone cap at existing brick wall, and landscape lighting at front. No objection to alterations of two gable dormers for one larger shed dormer at rear as shown in supplemental drawings dated 16 September 2009. 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 18 August 2009 indicate that proposed brick patio paving and retaining planter walls at rear yard will not be visible from public thoroughfare. Refer to the Historic Preservation Review Board.

Returned without Action. Submitted materials and a site visit of 19 August 2009 indicate that proposed dormer addition at rear will not be visible from public thoroughfare. Refer to the Historic Preservation Review Board.

No objection to issuance of permit for new front and rear facades as per drawings received and dated 18 August 2009. 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 16 September 2009 indicate that proposed enclosure of rear porch and new glass bay at garden level will not be visible from public thoroughfare. Refer to the Historic Preservation Review Board.

Returned without Action. Submitted materials and a site visit of 16 September 2009 indicate that proposed new window opening at attic level will not be visible from public thoroughfare. Refer to the Historic Preservation Review Board.

Returned without Action. Submitted materials and a site visit of 16 September 2009 indicate that proposed alterations to rear facade and to window openings on side bay will not be visible from public thoroughfare. Refer to the Historic Preservation Review Board.