Old Georgetown Appendix: CFA Meeting — 20 October 2016

The Commission regrets that pole-mounted antennas were installed prior to review or permit. Recommend AGAINST concept design for proposed antennas mounted to historic chimney at Hardy Middle School which would not be compatible with the historic building, and recommend a location at another property.

Returned without action. Concept application for a rear addition has been inactive for an extended period of time.

Returned without action. Concept application for fenestration, roof, chimney, and balcony was withdrawn at the written request of the applicant.

No objection to concept design for proposed alterations per supplemental drawings received 15 September and 4 October 2016, which indicate replacement 1/1 wood window sashes at west facade, replacement 2/2 wood windows with 1 3/4 inch wide wood muntins at east and south elevations, single-light transom at rear doors aligned with transom at single door, retention of chimneys, and roof mechanical equipment located where it would not be visible from a public thoroughfare. Roof deck was not approved and was deleted from this application. File new submission at DCRA of construction drawings, including dimensioned architectural details for windows, doors, roof hatch, railing and stairs, with permit application for review by the Commission.

No objection to concept design for proposed alterations, including repair of original windows at east and north elevations, replacement of non-original windows and doors, reconstruction of service chimney, alterations for new enclosed porch with wood trim and vertical siding, 6-feet-tall vertical board wood fence and sliding gate, and stone terrace on permeable sand and gravel base per supplemental drawings received 5 October 2016 which indicate taller windows with vertical proportions at west elevation. File new submission at DCRA of construction drawings, including details and dimensions, with permit application for review by the Commission. Note that The L'Enfant Trust holds an easement on this property.

Returned without action. Concept application for new construction and demolition was withdrawn at the written request of the applicant.

Returned without action. Concept application for an addition, alterations, and site work has been inactive for an extended period of time.

No objection to proposed concept design for new rear doors with masonry opening no wider than 8'-8", new rear dormer with standing seam metal sheathing, new wood single-glazed, multi-light windows at west, and new wood basement windows at north PROVIDED they are no taller than 2'-10" and areaways project no more than 1'-0" from the face of the building.

No objection to proposed concept design to add new polygonal bay and tower at front, mansard roofs, rear addition, fenestration alterations and new garage and pool at rear per supplemental drawings received 15 September 2016. File new Design Development submission with concept application at DCRA with well-developed working drawings with dimensioned architectural details including those for stairs in south yard.

No objection to issuance of permit for exploratory removal and installation of sample window sashes at first floor rear wall no later than 7 November 2016 for review by CFA staff PROVIDED sample window is all-wood replica of original double-hung sash, and the original wood jambs, sills, and brick moulds are repaired. File new submission at DCRA of drawings including detailed information on the existing conditions and proposed replacement windows with permit application 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 issuance of permit for the installation of solar panels per supplemental drawings received 16 September 2016, PROVIDED top of the panels do not extend higher than 6 inches above the roof and the conduit is installed as minimally intrusive as possible. 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 halo-lit channel letters no taller than 12 inches reading "Say Cheese" pin mounted to aluminum cabinet centered above storefront, and for new storefront per supplemental drawings received 4 October 2016 which indicate new storefront sized to fit masonry opening, and only one light sconce. 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 alterations to two separate adjacent contributing residences including three new window openings at second floor per supplemental drawings received 15 September 2016 PROVIDED four-panel doors are all wood and fit masonry openings, and transoms have single lights. If subdivision is approved by HPRB, file new submission at DCRA of working drawings with dimensioned architectural details and cut-sheets for single-glazed all-wood windows, doors, and transoms with permit application for review by the Commission.

No objection to issuance of permit for four new vents at main roof, new mechanical room with metal roof, 21 geothermal wells, and reconstruction of 16-inch-tall brick retaining wall and planting of 3 new evergreen trees at northeast corner of property per supplemental drawings received 27 September 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 the replacement of concrete roll curbs per drawings received 12 September 2016 which indicate the piping terminates in the flower bed and does not interfere with the curbs, PROVIDED concrete is tinted warm color to match existing color. 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 to demolish section of brick west wall and north wall PROVIDED 24-feet of outer wythe is salvaged for re-installation as indicated in drawings received 16 September 2016, which indicate CMU-brick wall to be reconstructed with compatible mortar. 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 existing installation of AT&T antennas, including removing three antennas, relocating three antennas, and replacing three antennas per drawings received 22 September 2016 which indicate 2 antennas per sector, 9'-2" tall canisters extended down to roof level, and frame painted light gray, PROVIDED antennas and associated pipes and cables are screened within canisters, and equipment is 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.

Returned without action. Concept application for a new garage was withdrawn at the written request by the applicant.

Returned without action. Permit application for blade sign was withdrawn at the written request by the applicant. File new submission at DCRA of detailed and dimensioned drawings, with permit application for correct address for review by the Commission.

No objection to issuance of permit for the replacement of existing slate roof with Del Carmen slate to match existing in size, layout, and exposure PROVIDED new slate is feathered in with existing slate on neighboring row house. 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 concrete walkways, ramp, lights, driveway and bio-retention areas per drawings received 16 September 2016 which indicate four stone blocks are located along the sidewalk, continuous planting areas extend along the front of the building, steps without bullnose, and metal hand rail without pickets, PROVIDED concrete sample mock-up is erected on site for CFA review prior to demolition and replacement of any plant materials damaged during construction. 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. Concept application for door replacement and pergola was withdrawn at the written request by the applicant.

The Commission regrets that the fiberglass door and light fixture were installed prior to review or permit. No objection to issuance of permit for the installation of the light fixture or the configuration of the door, per supplemental drawings received 4 October 2016, which indicate 9-lite-over-2-panel wood door and metal bracket 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.

Submitted material is not sufficient for review. File new submission at DCRA with detailed and dimensioned drawings with permit application for review by the Commission.

No objection to the concept design for proposed installation of a new storefront, sign, and alterations to windows and doors PROVIDED sign is no larger than 2 feet-5 1/2 inches by 1 foot-1 inch, the existing lintel at the front is repaired, and the conduits at the rear are consolidated, per drawings received 5 October 2016. File new submission at DCRA with detailed and dimensioned drawings for review by the Commission.

No objection to issuance of permit for three proposed skylights on west slope of standing seam metal roof at non-contributing rowhouse per drawings received 21 September 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 solar panels on flat roof and west slope of roof per supplemental drawings received 5 October 2016 which document all electrical connections would be internal. 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 solar panels on barrel and flat roofs per supplemental drawings received 5 October 2016 which document all electrical connections would be internal PROVIDED panels on barrel roof are set back 10 feet at the front (south) elevation so as to not be visible. 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 demolition of screened porch, new two-story rear addition of same footprint, and alterations per supplemental drawings received 13 October 2016 which indicate taller windows, single light wood door, removal of impermeable paving at rear yard, new on-grade planting bed, permeable terrace on sand and gravel base, removal of shutters, and repair of brick stairs at front of house. File new submission at DCRA of construction drawings, including details and dimensions, with permit application for review by the Commission.

No objection to issuance of permit for proposed ATM machine in vestibule, one 2 feet x 2 feet non-illuminated blade sign on existing bracket, and one suspended sign comprised of back-lit letters no taller than 4 1/4 inches reading "Eagle Bank" per supplemental drawings received 7 October 2016 which indicate a rectangular back panel, face of logo is not illuminated, and power cable is not exposed. 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 alterations for new 6/6 windows in existing openings, new centered doors with sidelights and canopy at east elevation, and four skylights PROVIDED windows are all wood and the skylights are not visible from a public thoroughfare. File new submission of working drawings with dimensioned architectural details and cut-sheets for single-glazed all-wood windows, doors, and canopy with permit application for review by the Commission. Erect four skylight and curb mock-ups on site for CFA review prior to permit submission. Note new door opening at south elevation was not approved.

No objection to issuance of permit for rear alterations PROVIDED bricks for head joints and in-fill match existing historic bricks in size and dimension, existing vents are shortened, and downspouts and exposed conduits are moved to a location where they will not be visible, per supplemental drawings received 5 October 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.

The Commission regrets that roof work was begun, masonry was demolished and new wall construction was built with non-compatible brick, and windows were removed without review or permit at this mid-19th-century contributing property.  No objection to issuance of permit for:  removal of existing roof terraces, new copper roofs with 1-inch hand-crimped standing seams on main residence, hyphen, and garage; demolition of two brick chimneys and re-construction of chimneys replicating all dimensions to match original using salvaged brick and 1/2"-thick lime-based mortar, struck cleanly, per supplemental drawings received 14 October 2016.  Note all new roof terrace work was not approved and was deleted from 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.

Returned without action. Permit drawings received 20 September 2016 indicate historic brick chimneys will be maintained and proposed two-story rear addition with hyphen and wing walls would not be visible from a public thoroughfare. Refer to Historic Preservation Review Board.

No objection to the issuance of permit for proposed installation of a window and window well in the narrow side yard of the south elevation per drawings received 16 September 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.

The Commission regrets that site work was initiated prior to review or permit.  No objection to issuance of permit for proposed porch enclosure and site alterations per supplemental drawings received 14 October 2016 which indicate wood siding at west elevation of porch enclosure, single-glazed triple-hung all-wood windows with true divided light muntins, gravel driveway, planting bed with evergreens to screen lattice fence around mechanical equipment, picket fence at front yard, and double-sided fence at alley. 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 the lift was installed in front of house prior to review or permit. No objection to issuance of permit for proposed re-grading for brick paved access ramp to basement entrance; and site work including removal of brick steps and landing, new brick stairs, and iron fence, per supplemental drawings received 5 October 2016. Alterations are acceptable because nearby context has lost integrity due to driveways. 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 the concept design for proposed alterations, including fenestration and elevator overrun, and site work, per drawings received 5 October 2016, which indicate chimney is maintained, reconfigured HVAC not sit forward of the elevator overrun, and the roofline and gutter of the elevator overrun is in line with the existing rooftop shed-roof addition, PROVIDED the satellite dish is either removed or relocated to a location where it is not visible from a public thoroughfare. File new submission at DCRA with detailed and dimensioned drawings for review by the Commission.

No objection to issuance of permit for proposed replacement of deteriorated clapboard siding, trim, and window surrounds on the south and west elevations, as well as the replacement of windows on the west elevation, per drawings received 16 September 2016 and supplemental drawings received 5 October 2016, PROVIDED existing siding and trim is surveyed and salvaged where possible in consultation with CFA staff, any necessary replacement siding is cedar with profile and 6 inch exposure to match existing, and any replacement window on west facade is 2/2 all-wood window with 1 3/4 inch-wide true divided light muntin. Recommend removal of 5 foot tall wood fence at front yard which is not compatible with character of house or historic district. 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 of Fine Arts regrets the application of the vinyl adhesive to the wood storefront was completed prior to review or permit. Covering the storefront with vinyl is not a compatible alteration within the historic district. Remove vinyl covering no later than 31 October 2016.