Shipstead-Luce Appendix: CFA Meeting — 19 September 2019

Recommend AGAINST the issuance of a permit for the installation of three "temporary" wooden trellis structures, ranging in height from 9'-6" to 11'-6", at an existing sidewalk cafe for Root Cellar Whiskey Bar, as shown in materials received and dated 6 September 2019, as inappropriate for the public space of Pennsylvania Avenue. Staff notes with regret that these structures were installed without a permit after they were removed from the previous permit scope of work at the request of staff. Existing structures to be removed immediately. Refer to National Park Service. Refer to DC Public Space Committee. Refer to General Services Administration. Refer to National Capital Planning Commission. Refer to DC Historic Preservation Office.

Recommend AGAINST the issuance of a permit for the installation of a sign at the second floor of an existing building for Morning Consult, as shown in materials received and dated 6 September 2019. Second floor signs for individual tenants in a multi-tenant office building are not acceptable. Refer to DC Historic Preservation Office.

No objection to the issuance of a permit for the construction of a 7'-0" high wooden fence and gate in the side and rear yards of an existing house, as shown in materials received and dated 6 September 2019 and supplemental materials received and dated 10 September 2019 and 16 September 2019. When locating the fence posts within the drip line of the large tree at the southeast corner of the site, recommend avoiding all tree roots with a diameter greater than two inches. 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 the issuance of a permit for the installation of aluminum-clad replacement windows at an existing house, as shown in materials received and dated 6 September 2019 and supplemental materials received and dated 26 September 2019, PROVIDED that they are installed as full tear-out replacements. 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 the issuance of a permit for alterations to the building facades and an addition to the eleventh floor of an existing office building, as shown in materials received and dated 6 September 2019 and supplemental materials received and dated 18 September 2019, pending the receipt of supplemental materials. Submission is largely consistent with previously approved concept. Refer to DC Historic Preservation Office. 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 the issuance of a permit for the installation of a new 7'-0" high wood lattice fence and flagstone replacement pavers in the rear yard of an existing house, and for the construction of a new low brick retaining wall, as shown in materials received and dated 6 September 2019 and supplemental materials received and dated 11 September 2019, 16 September 2019, 17 September 2019, and 18 September 2019, PROVIDED that measures be taken to protect existing trees.  Recommend avoiding all tree roots with a diameter greater than two inches during construction. Refer to DC Historic Preservation Office. 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 the issuance of a permit for the installation of three replacement panel antennas, one new panel antenna, three replacement remote radio heads, and associated equipment at an existing rooftop cellular antenna installation for T-Mobile, as shown in materials received and dated 3 September 2019, PROVIDED the top of the antennas be no higher than the portion of the penthouse wall to which they are attached, and PROVIDED the antennas and mounting brackets be painted to match the existing penthouse walls. 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 the issuance of a permit for the installation of replacement storefront in two existing masonry openings, and for a new outdoor seating area partly in public space, including the installation of dining furniture, umbrellas, and lighting, as shown in materials received and dated 6 September 2019 and supplemental materials received and dated 24 October 2019, 4 March 2020, and 10 March 2020, PROVIDED that no surface angles or attachments be used for the installation of the operable storefront, PROVIDED that shop drawings be provided for the storefront, and pending the receipt of supplemental materials. This review does not include signs; forward a new submission for signs that comply with the regulations for the Shipstead-Luce Act area when ready. Refer to DC Public Space Committee. 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 the issuance of a permit for the construction of a new wood deck and stair, a new concrete paving area, and a new 42" high metal picket railing and gate in the rear yard of an existing house, as shown in materials received and dated 6 September 2019 and supplemental materials received and dated 18 September 2019. Refer to DC Public Space Committee. Refer to DC Historic Preservation Office. 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 the issuance of a permit for the construction of a new wood deck and stair, a new concrete paving area, and a new 42" high metal picket railing and gate in the rear yard of an existing house, as shown in materials received and dated 6 September 2019, pending the receipt of supplemental materials. Refer to DC Public Space Committee. Refer to DC Historic Preservation Office. 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 the issuance of a permit for the installation of a solar panel array on the roof of an existing house, as shown in materials received and dated 6 September 2019 and supplemental materials received and dated 17 September 2019. Refer to DC Historic Preservation Office. 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 the issuance of a revised permit for the renovation of and additions to an existing school gymnasium building, as shown in materials received and dated 6 September 2019. Submission represents a reduction in scope from the previously approved permit submission. 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 the issuance of a permit for modifications to the rear of an existing house for a new basement entrance, as shown in materials received and dated 6 September 2019 and supplemental materials received and dated 10 September 2019. All new utility meters to be located within areaways, at the rear of the house, or otherwise screened from view. Refer to DC Historic Preservation Office. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DCRA technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval.

Returned without action. Property is not within the jurisdiction of the Shipstead-Luce Act and is not subject to review by the Commission of Fine Arts.

No objection to the issuance of a permit for the installation of a solar panel array on the roof of an existing house, as shown in materials received and dated 6 September 2019 and supplemental materials received and dated 17 September 2019. 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 the issuance of a permit for repairs to the facades, skylights, roofs, and site waterproofing of an existing hotel building, as shown in materials received and dated 6 September 2019. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DCRA technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval.

Returned without action. Concept submission was superseded by concept submission SL 19-242.

Returned without action. Concept submission was superseded by concept submission SL 19-244. Note: This is a concept approval only. When ready, submit the permit drawings and a permit application to DCRA for review by the Commission.

No objection to the issuance of a permit for the installation of a new 8'-0" high metal picket fence at the property line between a diplomatic residence and a newly subdivided, privately owned lot, as shown in materials received and dated 6 September 2019 and supplemental materials received and dated 18 September 2019. Note: the permit application lists the project address as 2221 Kalorama Road, NW, but all work is proposed for the adjacent property at 99 Kalorama Circle, NW. Refer to DC Public Space Committee. Refer to DC Historic Preservation Office. 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 the issuance of a permit for the installation of replacement wood decking and a 6'-0" high horizontal board replacement wood fence at an existing rear deck, as show in materials received and dated 6 September 2019. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DCRA technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval.

Returned without action. Submission duplicates previous submission SL 19-155. Refer to DC Public Space Committee.

No objection to the issuance of a permit for the installation of replacement roofing, gutters and downspouts, and skylights at an existing house, as shown in materials received and dated 6 September 2019 and supplemental materials received and dated 11 September 2019. 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 the issuance of a permit for the installation of a solar panel array on the roof of an existing house, as shown in materials received and dated 6 September 2019 and supplemental materials received and dated 16 September 2019. Refer to DC Historic Preservation Office. 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 the issuance of a permit for the installation of four replacement panel antennas and associated equipment for AT&T at an existing rooftop cellular facility, as shown in materials received and dated 6 September 2019, PROVIDED that the antennas and support structures be painted to match the surfaces to which they are attached, and PROVIDED that the top of the replacement panel antennas not extend above the top of the existing panel antennas to remain. 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 the issuance of a permit for the installation of seven replacement windows in the front and rear facades of an existing house, and for the repair and replacement of the tile front porch roof, as shown in materials received and dated 6 September 2019, PROVIDED that the window installation be full tear-out replacements, and pending the receipt of supplemental materials. Refer to DC Historic Preservation Office. 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 the issuance of a permit for the installation of replacement antennas for Verizon within existing stealth enclosures at an existing rooftop cellular facility, as shown in materials received and dated 6 September 2019. Refer to DC Historic Preservation Office. 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 the issuance of a permit for the installation of nine replacement panel antennas, three remote radio heads, and associated equipment for T-Mobile at an existing rooftop cellular facility, as shown in materials received and dated 6 September 2019, PROVIDED that the top of the replacement panel antennas not extend above the top of the existing panel antennas to remain. 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 the issuance of a permit for the installation of five wayfinding pylon signs in public space adjacent to an existing building, as shown in materials received and dated 6 September 2019. Recommend AGAINST the issuance of a permit for the installation of one large monument sign reading "GW" in public space at the northeast corner of the existing building, as shown in materials received and dated 6 September 2019. Refer to DC Public Space Committee. 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 the issuance of a permit for the construction of a new door opening at an existing building, as shown in materials received and dated 6 September 2019. 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 the issuance of a permit for modifications to an existing retail space for use by KinderCare Learning Centers, including a new fenced outdoor play area, modifications to the existing storefront, one new halo-illuminated sign, one new vinyl sign, window graphics, and two new louvered openings, as shown in materials received and dated 6 September 2019. Submission conforms with previously approved concept. Refer to DC Historic Preservation Office. 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 the concept for replacement windows and patio doors at an existing building, as shown in materials received and dated 6 September 2019. Note: This is a concept approval only. When ready, submit the permit drawings and a permit application to DCRA for review by the Commission.

No objection to the concept for modifications to paving and plantings in public space to accommodate exterior seating for a restaurant tenant in the adjacent existing building, as shown in materials received and dated 6 September 2019 and supplemental materials received and dated 13 September 2019. This review does not include signs; forward a new submission for signs that comply with the regulations for the Shipstead-Luce Act area when ready. Refer to DC Public Space Committee. Note: This is a concept approval only. When ready, submit the permit drawings and a permit application to DCRA for review by the Commission.

No objection to the issuance of a permit for the installation of 38 aluminum-clad replacement windows in an existing house, as shown in materials received and dated 6 September 2019, pending further consultation on the operation of the windows, and pending the receipt of supplemental materials. 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 the issuance of a permit for modifications to an existing house to accommodate an accessory unit in the basement, including the installation of replacement and new windows, the construction of new areaways and a new rear porch, and the installation of new mechanical equipment, as shown in materials received and dated 6 September 2019. All utility meters to be located within areaways, at the rear of the house, or otherwise screened from view. Refer to DC Historic Preservation Office. 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 the concept for the renovation of and additions to an existing house and site, as shown in materials received and dated 6 September 2019, PROVIDED that a full tree survey and protection report be obtained prior to final design of the proposed new fence and side yard stair and PROVIDED that applicant consult with staff prior to submission for a permit. Refer to DC Public Space Committee. Note: This is a concept approval only. When ready, submit the permit drawings and a permit application to DCRA for review by the Commission.

No objection to the concept for modifications to an existing building and the adjacent public space, as shown in materials received and dated 6 September 2019 and supplemental materials received and dated 18 September 2019. Refer to DC Public Space Committee. Refer to DC Historic Preservation Office. Note: This is a concept approval only. When ready, submit the permit drawings and a permit application to DCRA for review by the Commission.

No objection to the issuance of a permit for modifications to an existing house to accommodate a basement accessory unit, including modifications to the rear facade and the construction of a new entrance under the front porch, as shown in materials received and dated 6 September 2019, pending the receipt of supplemental materials. All new utility meters to be located within areaways, at the rear of the house, or otherwise screened from view. Refer to DC Historic Preservation Office. 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 the issuance of a permit for the installation of aluminum-clad replacement windows at the front facade of an existing house, as shown in materials received and dated 6 September 2019 and supplemental materials received and dated 17 September 2019. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DCRA technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval.