OG 06-253

HPA number
HPA 06-418
Location

1715 Wisconsin Avenue, NW
United States

Property
HSBC Bank
Description
Alterations to and additions for new bank branch - options
Review Type
Concept - revised design

Recommendation

No objection to concept design for new facades on existing structure as shown in supplemental drawings received and dated 20 October 2006. Recommend further study of detailing of limestone elements, simplification of cornice details, and sign scheme composed of non-internally-illuminated letters no taller than 12-inches and located above storefronts. File new submission of working drawings, including details, dimensions, and material samples, with permit application for review by the Commission when ready. Recommend a separate permit application for sign scheme for review by the Commission when ready.