Old Georgetown Appendix: CFA Meeting — 21 July 2016

Returned without action. Permit application for replacement windows and alterations has been inactive for an extended period of time.

Returned without action. Concept application for window alterations has been inactive for an extended period of time.

Returned without action. Concept application for signs and lighting has been inactive for an extended period of time.

No objection to concept design for proposed non-illuminated signs, including two sets of wall-mounted letters no taller than 12 inches reading "Kitchen Design Studio" below second floor windows, and three flush-mounted sign panels with letters no taller than 11 inches reading "Poggenpohl" per supplemental drawings received 11 July 2016. All stainless steel letters to have matte finish. File new submission at DCRA of detailed and dimensioned shop drawings for all signs with permit application for review by the Commission.

No objection to concept design for proposed alterations to canopy including replacement of corrugated metal roof and wood soffit on historic metal brackets; removal of light fixtures, corner stand, and railing; replacement siding at north elevation; replacement woven fabric awning with 12 inch valance; and new rooftop mechanical equipment with screens per supplemental drawings received 19 July 2016 which indicate vertical light gray metal louver screens. Proposed exterior light fixtures were not approved and were deleted from the drawings. File new submission at DCRA of working drawings, with dimensioned architectural details, with permit application for review by the Commission.

Returned without action. Permit application for awnings and banner was withdrawn at the request of the applicant.

Returned without action. Concept application for roof deck has been inactive for an extended period of time.

No objection to issuance of permit for proposed alterations per supplemental drawings received 20 July 2016 which indicate retention of historic second floor joists, and rooftop mechanical equipment not visible from a public thoroughfare (per 6 July 2016 mock-up inspection) PROVIDED there are no exposed conduits or cables on exterior walls, and graphics on temporary construction are limited to 12-inch-high letters with name of business and "coming soon."  Coordinate with Commission staff during construction to determine extent of historic fabric.  Sign is not included in this permit application. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DCRA technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval prior to the issuance of a permit.

No objection to issuance of permit for one non-illuminated suspended sign and one non-illuminated panel sign located near the cornice with 6-inch-tall letters reading "Lauduree" and mechanical equipment on roof, per supplemental drawings dated 12 July 2016, which indicate that equipment will not be visible from a public thoroughfare. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DCRA technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval prior to the issuance of a permit.

The Commission regrets that that decal signs were applied to storefront glazing prior to review or permit. No objection to issuance of permit for proposed non-illuminated 5'-0" x 2'-6" woven fabric banner with lettering 6 3/8 inches tall reading "Ledbury" and for two decals no taller than 6 inches on storefront glazing per supplemental drawings received 27 June 2016 PROVIDED all attachments are made through mortar joints and rods do not exceed width of banner. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DCRA technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval.

No objection to concept design for proposed site work, including alterations to terraces, railings, planters, and pergola per supplemental drawings received 24 June 2016. Erect mock-up of proposed artwork for inspection by the Commission. File a new submission at DCRA of working drawings, including dimensioned architectural details, with permit application for review by the Commission.

Recommend AGAINST concept design for proposed demolition, rooftop and rear additions that would not be compatible with the character of the contributing building or the historic district.

No objection to issuance of permit for proposed one-story rear addition and alterations, including demolition of northern bay of garage structure, side porch enclosure at east elevation, permeable terrace on sand and gravel base, landscaping and site work per supplemental drawings received 12 July 2016 which indicate retention of historic masonry walls at side porch, repair of original wood windows, and repair of stained glass at front facade. No objection to replacement of non-original multi-light window sashes at west and south elevations with 2/2 all-wood insulated sashes with 1 3/4-inch true divided light wood muntins to fit masonry openings without fillers or secondary frames. Retain original brick moulds. Use half-screens only. Mechanical equipment on roof to be located where it would not be visible from a public thoroughfare. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DCRA technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval prior to the issuance of a permit.

No objection to concept design for proposed rooftop addition, alterations, and associated demolition per supplemental drawings received 16 June 2016. File a new submission at DCRA of working drawings, including dimensioned architectural details, and cut-sheets, with permit application for review by the Commission.

The Commission regrets that multi-light windows at second floor were replaced with 1/1 windows prior to review or permit. Returned without action. Permit application for replacement windows was withdrawn at the request by applicant. Scope of work was changed to repair of existing 6/1 single-glazed wood windows at second floor only. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DCRA technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval prior to the issuance of a permit.

No objection to issuance of permit for proposed alterations to basement fenestration, replacement of vinyl windows with 1/1 all-wood windows to fit masonry openings without fillers or secondary frame, and replacement wood doors per supplemental drawings received 15 July 2016. Proposed stone cap at parapet, which was not approved, is deleted. Historic wood windows and transoms at first floor to remain. Retain original wood brick moulds. Use half-screens only. Rooftop mechanical equipment and skylights to be not visible from a public thoroughfare. Recommend replacement of brick stair with a compatible metal stair. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DCRA technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval prior to the issuance of a permit.

No objection to concept design for proposed replacement doors and alterations to porch per drawings received 27 June 2016, PROVIDED piers are replaced with pilasters and proportions of cornice are refined. File new submission at DCRA of working drawings, including details, dimensions and cut-sheets, with permit application for review by the Commission.

Returned without action. Submission materials and a site visit on 9 June 2016 indicate that proposed replacement decking on roof terrace would not be visible from a public thoroughfare. Refer to the Historic Preservation Review Board.

No objection to concept design for proposed two-story rear addition per drawings received 27 June 2016 which do not include alterations to front elevation or garage. File new submission at DCRA of working drawings, including dimensioned architectural details; cut-sheets for windows, doors and light fixture; and product literature on stucco and on mechanical equipment, with permit application for review by the Commission.

Returned without action. Submitted materials and site visit on 20 June 2016 indicate that proposed skylight would not be visible from a public thoroughfare. Refer to Historic Preservation Review Board.

No objection to issuance of permit for proposed replacement of windows and second floor door on non-contributing building with all-wood insulated windows and door with 5/8-inch simulated divided light wood muntins PROVIDED windows and door match sash, profile and details of existing; fit masonry openings without fillers or secondary frames; and have half-screens. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DCRA technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval prior to the issuance of a permit.

No objection to issuance of permit for proposed 3-story frame side addition per supplemental drawings received 20 July 2016 which indicate extent of demolition is limited to lowering window sills to maintain original width of masonry openings; gable roof is located below eaves line; and metal roof matches material, color and detailing of existing roof.

No objection to issuance of permit for proposed replacement windows on non-contributing building with all-wood insulated windows with 5/8 inch simulated divided light wood muntins PROVIDED windows match sash, profile and details of existing; fit masonry openings without fillers or secondary frames; and have half-screens. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DCRA technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval prior to the issuance of a permit.

No objection to issuance of permit for proposed alterations including new recessed pair of wood doors and removal of step at entrance per drawings received 17 June 2016. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DCRA technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval prior to the issuance of a permit.

No objection to issuance of permit for proposed alterations including new storefronts at southwest corner, replacement wood windows with 1 3/4-inch true divided light muntins at first floor, and new access ramp in public space per supplemental drawings received 12 July 2016. Alterations at base of historic wood doors was not approved and was deleted from the drawings. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DCRA technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval prior to the issuance of a permit.

Recommend AGAINST concept design for three awnings at second-story sills. File new submission at DCRA of detailed and dimensioned drawings for one panel sign above central doors and below beltcourse with permit application for review by the Commission.

Returned without action. Submitted material and site visit on 20 June 2016 indicate proposed canopy at rear would not be visible from a public thoroughfare. Refer to the Historic Preservation Review Board.

No objection to issuance of permit for one panel sign and one oval blade sign no larger than 40" x 29" reading "Hinckley Pottery" that are not illuminated per drawings received 23 June 2016. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DCRA technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval prior to the issuance of a permit.

No objection to issuance of permit for proposed alterations including removal of two doors on west elevation, and infill opening with wood siding to match profile of existing siding and one with all-wood casement window per drawings received 23 June 2016, PROVIDED spot light at first floor is removed. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DCRA technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval prior to the issuance of a permit.

No action required. See letter to Mr. Robin Morey dated 14 July 2016.

No objection to issuance of permit for proposed replacement roofing, mechanical equipment with screens per supplemental drawings received 8 July 2016 which indicate equipment on roof at 1226 36th Street is relocated to lower roof, and screens have matte gray horizontal metal louvers. See OG 16-271 for demolition work. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DCRA technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval prior to the issuance of a permit.

The Commission regrets that rooftop mechanical equipment was installed prior to review or permit. No objection to issuance of permit for proposed removal of existing mechanical equipment and roofing. See OG 16-270 for new work. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DCRA technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval prior to the issuance of a permit.

Returned without action. Submitted material and a site visit on 20 June 2016 indicate that proposed removal of roofing and mechanical equipment would not be visible from a public thoroughfare. Refer to the Historic Preservation Review Board.

Returned without action. Submitted material and a site visit on 20 June 2016 indicate that proposed replacement roof and mechanical equipment behind existing lattice screen fence would not be visible from a public thoroughfare. Refer to the Historic Preservation Review Board.

No objection to issuance of permit for proposed addition to garage with roof terrace, site work, and alterations to stairs, brick terrace set on permeable sand and gravel base, replacement landscape to match scale of existing, and replacement doors at rear to match detailing of existing doors per drawings received 24 June 2016. Up-light landscape fixtures, installed without review, to be removed as part of this permit application. Recommend that brick retaining walls behind historic metal fence along sidewalks are removed and berm returned to original condition. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DCRA technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval prior to the issuance of a permit.

No objection to issuance of permit for proposed alterations to storefront, removal of awning, repair of metal storefront, repair of transom windows and retention of glazing, replacement doors, replacement of one HVAC unit on roof, and two signs comprised of decals no taller than 8 inches reading "Aesop" applied to storefront glazing per supplemental drawings received 13 July 2016 which indicate removal of all obsolete rooftop mechanical equipment and vents. File new submission at DCRA of detailed and dimensioned drawings, with permit application for screening of rooftop equipment for review by the Commission. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DCRA technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval prior to the issuance of a permit.

No objection to concept design for proposed second floor addition set back to align with rear wall of adjacent building, and alterations including replacement dormer sashes to match detailing at entry transom, and bi-fold operable wood shutters at first floor per supplemental drawings received 12 July 2016. File new submission at DCRA of working drawings, including details and dimensions, cut-sheets, and landscape plan, with permit application for review by the Commission.

No objection to issuance of permit for proposed brick garden walls at east side yard no taller than 6'-2" per drawings received 23 June 2016. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DCRA technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval prior to the issuance of a permit.

No objection to issuance of permit for new fenestration and six slate dormers with copper roofs per drawings received 23 June 2016 which indicate shed dormers are no wider than 3'-1 1/2" and no taller than 4'-9". Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DCRA technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval prior to the issuance of a permit.

No objection to proposed revisions to permit for one multi-light all-wood casement window at north wall and wood garage door per supplemental drawings received 11 July 2016. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DCRA technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval prior to the issuance of a permit.

No objection to issuance of permit for proposed alterations and replacement windows per supplemental drawings received 6 July 2016 which indicate 1956 eave line continued along west wall, wood in-fill panels, wood replacement windows, retention of segmental arches at rear ell, and no more than three light fixtures at side yard. Wall-mounted flood were not approved and were removed from this permit application. File new submission of detailed drawings for landscape lighting with permit application for review by the Commission. Note: The L'Enfant Trust holds an easement on this property. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DCRA technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval prior to the issuance of a permit.

No objection to issuance of permit for proposed site work, including sliding vehicular gate, brick garden walls, replacement wood fence, re-grading of side yard, and permeable terraces on sand and gravel bases per supplemental drawings received 6 July 2016 which indicate wood fence is no taller than 7 feet above adjacent property grade and landscaping for additional screening. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DCRA technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval prior to the issuance of a permit.

No objection to issuance of permit for steel columns and beams in rear yard to support mechanical units per drawings received 23 June 2016. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DCRA technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval prior to the issuance of a permit.

No objection to issuance of permit for two proposed back-lit signs comprised of aluminum channel letters no taller than 12 inches reading "Paisano's" individually-pin-mounted at north elevation and a 2' x 8' metal panel at portal per drawings received 27 June 2016 PROVIDED power conduit is not visible, and all attachments are made through mortar joints. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DCRA technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval prior to the issuance of a permit.

No objecting to issuance of permit for two-story rear addition and site work, including metal gates, wood pergola, and stuccoed garden walls no taller than 7'-0" per  drawings received 23 June and 20 July 2016, which indicate site lighting was removed from this application. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DCRA technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval prior to the issuance of a permit.

No objection to concept design for proposed signs and stars per drawings received 23 June 2016. File new submission at DCRA of working drawings, including details and dimensions with permit application for review by the Commission.