Old Georgetown Appendix: CFA Meeting - 18 June 2026

Recommend AGAINST issuance of permit of existing streatery for Lutece because of insufficient submission materials and a lack of response from the applicant. File new submission at DOB with detailed and dimensioned drawings for review by the Commission.

Recommend AGAINST issuance of permit for streatery at Billy Hicks because of insufficient submission materials and incompatibility. File new submission at DOB with detailed and dimensioned drawings for review by the Commission.

Recommend AGAINST issuance of permit for existing streatery for Good Stuff Eatery because of insufficient information, incompatibility, and a lack of response from the applicant. File new submission at DOB with detailed and dimensioned drawings for review by the Commission.

Recommend AGAINST issuance of permit. Streatery installation does not meet OGB streatery guidelines, and submission materials were insufficient.

Recommend AGAINST issuance of permit due to insufficient submission materials.

No objection to concept design for alterations to convert commercial to residential units, per supplemental materials received 22 May 2026, PROVIDED Option 1 is used for the dormer design, rooftop terraces are made smaller with a 2-to-1 setback, the window lite configuration is more cohesive on all openings, doors are all solid with transoms, and no staining or painting happens on brick. File design-development submission at DOB with detailed and dimensioned drawings for review by the Commission. A mockup will also need to be reviewed by the OGB during the approval process.

No objection to issuance of permit for 33 rooftop solar panels, per the mock up completed 25 February 2026 and supplemental plans received 19 May 2026, which indicate that no panels would be visible from public space; an AC PV disconnect is not installed on the exterior of the south elevation toward the building face; the conduit on the rear elevation is installed as inconspicuously as possible; and the existing HVAC lines installed in 2025 on the south elevation toward the building front either are painted to match the color of the existing wall. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DOB 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 28 rooftop solar panels, per the mockup completed 25 February 2026 and supplemental materials received 15 May 2026, which per the Old Georgetown Board's direction indicate the disconnect switch and conduit would be installed on the rear elevation. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DOB 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 halo-lit sign for Frankies Bikinis, per supplemental materials received 21 May 2026, which indicate all vinyl signage on the storefront windows will be removed, the existing unapproved 14"-tall sign will be removed, and the new wall sign will be no taller than 12", PROVIDED sign is centered on the building. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DOB technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval prior to the issuance of a permit.

No objection to concept design for Urban Outfitters storefront replacement and new signage, per supplemental materials received 10 June 2026, which per the Old Georgetown Board's direction indicates the sign band would be restored; the proposed signage would comply with the Board's Commercial Sign Guidelines; and the doors in the vestibule would be set farther back to expose the existing penny tile. File permit submission at DOB with detailed and dimensioned drawings for review by the Commission.

No objection to concept approval for new two-story garage at alley, per supplemental materials received 1 June 2026, PROVIDED the overall height of the structure is reduced by a minimum of 18 inches. File permit submission at DOB with detailed and dimensioned drawings for review by the Commission.

No objection to concept design to replace existing front stair with new wood stairs, per supplemental materials received 2 June 2026. File permit submission at DOB with detailed and dimensioned drawings for review by the Commission.

No objection to issuance of permit for rear addition, storefront redesign, and alterations, per supplemental materials received 3 June 2026, PROVIDED all windows on M Street are single-glazed wood windows per the OGB guidelines, all trim at storefront is painted wood (no PVC or other plastic), and all conduits and wiring are removed or concealed. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DOB technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval prior to the issuance of a permit.

No objection to issuance of permit to replace three sets of aluminum-frame sliding windows in kind on the one-story structure at the rear of the property, per supplemental materials received 21 May 2026. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DOB technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval prior to the issuance of a permit.

No objection to issuance of permit for repointing and installation of parging on brick wall, per supplemental materials received 15 May 2026, PROVIDED a mortar analysis specific to this wall section is be completed to confirm the appropriate type for both the mortar and parging and natural hydraulic lime (NHL) 3.5 is considered for both the mortar and parging; the paint must be carefully removed with an alkaline or an organic paint remover with a natural bristle brush and not a metal brush; a low-pressure wash must be used to avoid further damage to the fragile brick and mortar; if the mortar analysis concludes that cementitious mortar is too hard than any existing mortar that contains cement should be carefully removed with hand tools before the joints are repointed and the parging is applied; the proposed parging must not be painted; any coping to be removed at the top of the wall must be replaced in kind; and the contractor and the forensic team must submit the products and specifications to be used. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DOB technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval prior to the issuance of a permit.

No objection to issuance of permit to install a 12-inch tall aluminum letter sign that reads "Joe & the Juice," per supplemental materials received 19 May 2026, PROVIDED the threaded rods are anchored in mortar joints. Any other signage, including window decals, have not been reviewed as part of this application and must be submitted as part of a separate application prior to installation. No gooseneck lights have been reviewed and recommended for approval. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DOB technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval prior to the issuance of a permit.

No objection to issuance of permit to replace the TPO roof, skylights, gutters, and downspouts, per supplemental materials received _ June 2026, PROVIDED the replacement skylights are flat and the applicant provides specifications to confirm and the profile of the fascia is maintained and the color matches the white trim and is noted accordingly on the plans. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DOB technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval prior to the issuance of a permit.

No objection to issuance of permit for non-illuminated, pin-mounted letter sign on the projecting bay, as well as vinyl letters on the door, for Suit Shop, per supplemental materials received 1 June 2026, which indicate the hanging sign was removed from the scope, and the wall sign is installed at the mortar joints. No other vinyl signage shall be installed. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DOB technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval prior to the issuance of a permit.

No objection to issuance of permit for fenestration alterations and railing replacement, per materials received 15 May 2026, which indicate windows on the north elevation of the ell align with the openings above, existing windows are retained and not replaced, and the railing at the second floor of the ell matches the railing design elsewhere on the building, PROVIDED brick is salvaged from new openings for infill areas, mortar is matched, and the windows comply with the OGB guidelines. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DOB technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval prior to the issuance of a permit.

No objection to issuance of permit for installation of solar panels on the roof, per supplemental materials received 9 June 2026, which indicate all equipment and conduits would be installed at the rear elevation. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DOB technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval prior to the issuance of a permit.

No objection to concept design for porch reconstruction, per supplemental materials received 21 May 2026, PROVIDED the porch is reconstructed to match 1914 drawings, but with a notch at the intersection of the porch roof and masonry wall around the bullseye on the window trim to accommodate flashing, no gutters are installed, and a splash block is used on the ground instead. File permit submission at DOB with detailed and dimensioned drawings for review by the Commission.

No objection to issuance of permit for an illuminated wall sign reading "Flavor Hive," per supplemental materials received 8 June 2026, which indicate that the letters will be installed on a back board, PROVIDED all penetrations are at the mortar joints, and the sign is not installed any higher than brick soldier course over the adjacent storefront window. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DOB technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval prior to the issuance of a permit.

No objection to issuance of permit to remove signage, masonry repairs, paint cast stone band black with reversible limewash, paint trim black, and replace lights, per materials received 9 June 2026. The stone band cannot be painted, and no signage has been reviewed and recommended for approval as part of this application. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DOB technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval prior to the issuance of a permit.

No objection to issuance of permit for window restoration and alterations at McNeir Auditorium at Georgetown University's New North, per supplemental materials received 5 June 2026, which per the Old Georgetown Board's direction includes an updated north elevation to include the proposed condensing unit and platform; a cross section of the proposed vent in the transom above Window B29 to confirm it would match the existing vent above Window B31; a note that the transom removed transom window above Window B29 would be salvaged and stored on site in case it could be reinstalled in the future; an updated drawing for Door 1A with lites to match the shape and proportions of the historic sash windows; and a cross section for Door 1A to confirm the door is single glazed and would have clear glass with no lo-emissivity coating in compliance with the Board's Window Policy and Guidelines. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DOB technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval prior to the issuance of a permit.

No objection to issuance of permit for rooftop solar on the Nolan Center for the Performing Arts, per mockup completed 27 May 2026 and supplemental materials received 4 June 2026, which per the Old Georgetown Board's direction includes confirmation there would be 114 panels; the metal trim skirt would be painted in flat black paint; a scaled detail is included for the roof that includes the trim skirt, panels at the appropriate angle, and dimensions for the mounting system; all references to Znshine panels have been removed; and confirmation that no conduit would be visible on the front or side-facing roof downslopes. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DOB technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval prior to the issuance of a permit.

Returned without action. Permit application for extensive cellar addition would not be visible from the public way, per materials received 15 May 2026. Refer to Historic Preservation Review Board.

No objection to issuance of permit for the installation of signage for The Ledger, per supplemental materials received 22 May 2026, PROVIDED the applicant return at a later date with an application to remove the existing light and conduits associated with a former sign and install a new light source. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DOB technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval prior to the issuance of a permit.

No objection to issuance of revised permit for rooftop addition and renovation, per supplemental materials received ___ June 2026, which indicate a change in window manufacturer, replacement window material, and number of windows to be replaced, PROVIDED Sheet A.01 is updated to show which windows are to be restored versus replaced, detailed dimensions are provided for both existing and proposed windows for comparison, and the first-floor windows at the front elevation are restored as indicated. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DOB technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval prior to the issuance of a permit.

No objection to issuance of permit for a garage addition, construction of four dormers, and installation of three half round windows, per the supplemental materials received 15 May 2026. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DOB technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval prior to the issuance of a permit.

No objection to concept approval for fenestration replacement and new shutters, per supplemental materials received 22 May 2026, PROVIDED the existing windows are retained, operable wood shutters are installed, and existing exterior light fixtures are retained. File permit submission at DOB with detailed and dimensioned drawings for review by the Commission.

No objection to revised concept design for the construction of single-family house on vacant lot, per supplemental materials received 28 May 2026, PROVIDED all windows are to be true divided lite wood; the applicant reconsiders the proposed “porkchop” eave returns on the rear block; the applicant salvage the brick on the existing retaining wall to be reused in its replacement; the applicant consider a single lite at the front door; the applicant improve the chimney cap designs; and the applicant study the potential catchment area in the middle block. File permit submission at DOB with detailed and dimensioned drawings for review by the Commission.

Recommend AGAINST issuance of permit. Submitted materials are not sufficient for review. File new submission at DOB with detailed and dimensioned drawings for review by the Commission.