Old Georgetown Appendix: CFA Meeting — 18 December 2008

Discussion Item

HPA number
HPA N/A
Property
Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park, Washington Canoe Club
Description
Chain link fence around two outdoor storage areas
Review Type
-
Recommendation

No objection to proposed 8-ft high black vinyl coated chain link fence to enclose two outdoor storage areas at the Washington Canoe Club as shown in supplemental drawings dated 12 November 2008 which indicate section of fence in front of the building deleted for unobstructed view of facade from the river. Wood slats are not approved; fence to be screened by landscaping. File new submission for a more permanent solution for review by the Commission when ready. Refer to the Historic Preservation Review Board.

OG 08-128

HPA number
HPA 08-211
Property
Aldo
Description
Alterations to storefront
Review Type
Concept - revised design
Superseded By
Recommendation

Returned without Action. Concept case was superseded by permit application under case OG 09-031.

OG 08-327

HPA number
HPA 08-491
Property
Prospect Place
Description
Storefront and metal stairs to bridge
Review Type
Concept - revised design
Recommendation
No objection to concept design for metal stairs and new storefront as shown in supplemental drawings dated 20 November 2008 which indicate stairs adjacent to the brick wall, with detail of metal railing matching walkway railing. File new submission of working drawings, including dimensions, details, and accurate depiction of existing planters, tables and mechanical units on passageway, with permit application for review by the Commission when ready.

OG 09-007

HPA number
HPA 09-011
Property
Residence
Description
Rear deck with partial roof covering
Review Type
Permit - Revised design
Recommendation
No objection to issuance of permit for proposed rear porch, with one-foot cantilever to south, at second story as shown in supplemental drawings dated 18 December 2008. 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.

OG 09-019

HPA number
HPA 09-024
Property
Residence
Description
Gate and communication panel at P St driveway - options
Review Type
Permit - revised design
Recommendation
The Commission regrets that gate and communication pedestal were installed prior to review and without a permit. No objection to issuance of permit for proposed relocation of communication panel to front face of wood gate as shown in option 2 of supplemental drawings received 20 November 2008. Existing free-standing pedestal was not approved and must be removed no later than 31 January 2009. No objection to issuance of permit for existing gate. 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.

OG 09-026

HPA number
HPA 09-044
Property
Cafe Tu-O-Tu
Description
Awning and sign
Review Type
Permit
Recommendation
No objection to issuance of permit for proposed awning as shown in supplemental drawings dated 11 December 2008 which indicate awning no taller than 3-ft high, extending to cover the window and door, and with lettering on 8-inch high valance reading 'Cafe Tu-O-Tu'. Attachments must be installed through mortar joints and not into bricks. Signs on side panels were not approved and were deleted from permit application. Existing menu sign, storefront sign and wall mounted light fixtures above storefront, installed without review or permit, were not approved and must be removed no later than 31 January 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.

OG 09-027

HPA number
HPA 09-045
Property
Third Edition Restaurant
Description
Alterations to storefront - existing
Review Type
Permit
Recommendation
The Commission regrets that window and sign alterations were initiated prior to review and without a permit. No objection to issuance of permit for lengthening of windows in existing projecting bay as shown in drawings dated 12 December 2008, provided sign is relocated to original location directly above projecting bay. Recommend two small fixtures on roof of bay.

OG 09-032

HPA number
HPA 09-053
Property
Residence
Description
Alterations for French doors and re-open windows
Review Type
Concept
Recommendation
Returned without Action. Submitted materials and a site visit of 18 November 2008 indicate that proposed alterations to rear will not be visible from public thoroughfare. Refer to the Historic Preservation Review Board.

OG 09-033

HPA number
HPA 09-055
Property
Dumbarton United Methodist Church – Parsonage
Description
Replace windows, repair front windows
Review Type
Permit
Recommendation
Recommend AGAINST issuance of permit for proposed replacement of original windows at rear and side of historic building. Existing windows must be retained and repaired. No objection to installation of storm windows as shown in supplemental drawing dated 4 December 2008.

OG 09-035

HPA number
HPA 09-057
Property
Residence
Description
Skylight at rear
Review Type
Concept
Recommendation
No objection to concept design for new skylight adjacent to the central chimney associated with this duplex. Submit working drawings with details and dimensions to the Commission when ready.

OG 09-036

HPA number
HPA 09-058
Property
Residence
Description
Alterations to front facade: bay window; alterations to side dormers, planting beds
Review Type
Permit and Public Space Permit
Recommendation
No objection to issuance of permit for proposed alterations, including front bay projection, planter beds, and side dormers and shutters as shown in supplemental drawings dated 9 December 2008 which indicate out-swing casement windows, matching sills, and simplification of bay window. No objection to issuance of permit for Public Space work including new planting beds along curb. 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.

OG 09-037

HPA number
HPA 09-059
Property
Residence
Description
Alterations to rear, rooftop equipment, addition
Review Type
Permit
Recommendation
No objection to issuance of permit for proposed alterations to rear as shown in supplemental drawings dated 22 December 2008, which indicate enclosure to west of roof top mechanical units. File separate submission of excavation of courtyard for review by the Commission when ready. 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.

OG 09-039

HPA number
HPA 09-061
Property
Commerce Bank
Description
Paving materials, curb, landscaping, trellis and signs
Review Type
Concept - Revision to Permit
Recommendation
No objection to concept design for alterations to paving materials, additional landscaping, and new signs as shown in supplemental drawings dated 20 November 2008 PROVIDED signs are back-lit as the previously approved signs. Internally-illuminated signs are not appropriate to the historic district and were disapproved. Recommend against concept design for trellis as revised, which has lost original character. Recommend retention of previous approved design for trellis with consideration for aluminum construction. File new submission of working drawings, including details and dimensions, with permit application for review by the Commission when ready.

OG 09-040

HPA number
HPA 09-062
Property
Residence
Description
Fence replacement
Review Type
Permit
Recommendation
No objection to issuance of permit for proposed vertical board panel 7-ft high wood fence to replace existing stockade fence. Fence must be painted or stained. 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.

OG 09-041

HPA number
HPA 09-063
Property
Poppy
Description
Sign
Review Type
Concept
Recommendation
No objection to issuance of permit for proposed non-illuminated aluminum metal sign reading 'Poppy' in letters no taller than 12-inches high as shown in supplemental drawings received 25 November 2008. Sign must be attached through the mortar joints. 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.

OG 09-044

HPA number
HPA 09-066
Property
Residence
Description
Front stoop and pergola
Review Type
Permit
Recommendation
No objection to issuance of permit for new stone stoop with metal railings at front entrance, and brick/wood pergola and pool at rear as shown in supplemental drawings dated 17 December 2008. 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.

OG 09-046

HPA number
HPA 09-068
Property
Residence
Description
Two-story rear addition
Review Type
Permit
Recommendation
No objection to issuance of permit for proposed two-story rear addition as shown in supplemental drawings dated 8 December 2008. 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.

OG 09-047

HPA number
HPA 09-069
Property
National Society of Colonial Dames
Description
Replacement of asphalt driveway, repair of chimneys, steps, balconies and gutters
Review Type
Permit
Recommendation
No objection to issuance of permit for proposed repair work including: iron balconettes, chimney caps, gutters, stone steps at front, and public parking area.