Shipstead-Luce Appendix: CFA Meeting - 17 September 2026

No objection to the issuance of a permit for the construction of a third-story addition at the rear of an existing house; the partial replacement of natural slate roof tiles; and the installation of replacement siding at the east and west gable ends, a replacement aluminum-clad window on the third floor of the east facade, and replacement mechanical equipment, as shown in materials received and dated 8 May 2026 and supplemental materials received and dated 4 September 2026, pending the receipt of supplemental materials. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DOB technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval.

Recommend AGAINST the issuance of a permit for the installation of a replacement exterior metal staircase in public space, as shown in materials received and dated 6 July 2026 and supplemental materials received and dated 13 July 2026, due to insufficient information for review. Forward a new and completely documented submission for a replacement stair to match the historic stair when ready. Refer to DC Public Space Committee. Refer to DC Historic Preservation Office.

Returned without action. Permit submission for modifications to an existing building, including the extension and recladding of the existing metal entry canopy along 25th Street, NW, the relocation of an existing sculpture, and the installation of four decorative screen panels with integral lighting, a new wood bulkhead ceiling at the exterior penthouse elevator lobby, replacement light fixtures, and exterior pavers, as shown in materials received and dated 6 July 2026, has been withdrawn at the written request of the applicant on 3 August 2026. Refer to DC Public Space Committee.

No objection to the issuance of a permit for the installation of a replacement roof membrane, guardrails, ladders, and two mechanical room doors, and for modifications to door and window masonry openings at an existing building, as shown in materials received and dated 4 September 2026, PROVIDED that the color of the proposed guardrail be the same gray as the existing guardrails. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DOB 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 concept for the conversion of a single-story garage into a two-story accessory unit at the rear yard of an existing house, as shown in materials received and dated 4 September 2026, PROVIDED that the treatment of the cornice be simplified and the building be as low as possible, pending further consultation with DC Historic Preservation Office and CFA staff, and pending the receipt of supplemental materials. Refer to DC Historic Preservation Office. Note: This is a concept approval only. When ready, submit the permit drawings and a permit application to DOB for review by the Commission.

No objection to the issuance of a permit for rear facade modifications at an existing house, including the installation of replacement windows and doors and a new skylight, modifications to masonry wall openings, the addition of a new retaining wall, areaway, stair, and guardrail, and the relocation of mechanical equipment, as shown in materials received and dated 4 September 2026, pending the receipt of supplemental materials. Refer to DC Historic Preservation Office. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DOB technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval.

Recommend AGAINST the issuance of a permit for the installation of two internally illuminated signs for FedEx at the north and west facades of an existing building, as shown in materials received and dated 4 September 2026; internally illuminated signs are not permitted under the DC sign regulations for the Shipstead-Luce Act and the proposed size of the signs exceeds that permitted under the regulations. Forward a new submission for signs that conform with the regulations for the Shipstead-Luce Act area when ready. Refer to DC Historic Preservation Office.

Recommend AGAINST the issuance of a permit for the installation of a replacement exterior metal staircase in public space, as shown in materials received and dated 4 September 2026, due to insufficient information for review. Forward a new and completely documented submission for a replacement stair to match the historic stair when ready. Refer to DC Public Space Committee. Refer to DC Historic Preservation Office.

No objection to the concept for the installation of a replacement concrete driveway, brick retaining wall, and fences at an existing house, as shown in materials received and dated 4 September 2026, PROVIDED that tree roots with a diameter greater than two inches be avoided, whether the trees are on the subject property or on an adjacent property, and pending the receipt of supplemental materials. Refer to DDOT Urban Forestry Division. Refer to National Park Service. Note: This is a concept approval only. When ready, submit the permit drawings and a permit application to DOB for review by the Commission.

No objection to the issuance of a permit for the installation of two exterior signs, including a sign mounted on top of a canopy and an address numeral sign at the main entry of a hotel currently under construction, as shown in materials received and dated 4 September 2026, pending the receipt of supplemental materials. Submission conforms with the previously reviewed permit submission for the building project. Refer to DC Public Space Committee. Refer to National Park Service. Refer to General Services Administration. Refer to National Capital Planning Commission. Refer to DC Historic Preservation Office. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DOB technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval.

No objection to the issuance of a permit for the relocation of Gamma sector and for the installation of nine replacement panel antennas, 12 replacement remote radio heads, and associated equipment at an existing cellular facility at the penthouse of an existing building for AT&T, as shown in materials received and dated 4 September 2026, PROVIDED that the tops of the antennas and support structures be mounted no higher than the coping of the penthouse wall to which they are mounted, PROVIDED that all antennas, equipment, and support structures be painted to match the penthouse behind, 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 DOB 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, eight replacement remote radio heads, and two relocated antennas behind an existing screen wall at the penthouse of an existing building for AT&T, as shown in materials received and dated 4 September 2026, PROVIDED that the tops of the antennas and support structures be mounted no higher than the top of the screen wall to which they are mounted, and pending the receipt of supplemental materials. Refer to National Park Service. Refer to General Services Administration. Refer to National Capital Planning Commission. Refer to DC Historic Preservation Office. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DOB technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval.

Property is not subject to review under the Shipstead-Luce Act. See Consent Calendar for 17 September 2026, case number CFA 17/SEP/26-f for recommended action.

No objection to the issuance of a permit for the installation of a rooftop solar panel system at an existing house, as shown in materials received and dated 4 September 2026, pending the receipt of supplemental materials. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DOB technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval.

No objection to the issuance of a permit for the installation of a rooftop solar panel system at an existing house, as shown in materials received and dated 4 September 2026, pending the receipt of supplemental materials. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DOB technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval.

No objection to the issuance of a permit for the installation of a rooftop solar panel system at an existing house, as shown in materials received and dated 4 September 2026, PROVIDED that the solar panels be mounted directly on the roof rather that on top of the parapet, 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 DOB technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval.

No objection to the issuance of a permit for the installation of replacement shutters on the front facade of an existing house, as shown in materials received and dated 4 September 2026, PROVIDED that all attachments be made into existing mortar joints or existing holes from previous attachments rather than into new holes in the brick, 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 DOB technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval.

Recommend AGAINST the issuance of a permit for the enlargement of the top portion of an existing stealth cellular antenna pole for AT&T, as shown in materials received and dated 4 September 2026, due to adverse visual impacts. Forward a new submission for replacement antennas that fit within the existing stealth pole and do not require increasing its height or width, when ready.

No objection to the issuance of a permit for the installation of 67 wood replacement windows at an existing house, as shown in materials received and dated 4 September 2026, pending the receipt of supplemental materials. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DOB technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval.

No objection to the issuance of a permit for the installation of a replacement deck with a pergola, patio, fence, driveway, and landscape improvements at the rear yard of an existing house, as shown in materials received and dated 4 September 2026, PROVIDED that tree roots with a diameter greater than two inches be avoided, whether the trees are on the subject property or on an adjacent property and pending the receipt of supplemental materials. Refer to DDOT Urban Forestry Division. Refer to DC Historic Preservation Office. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DOB technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval.

No objection to the issuance of a permit for the installation of a deck and stairs at the rear yard of an existing house, as shown in materials received and dated 4 September 2026, PROVIDED that tree roots with a diameter greater than two inches be avoided, whether the trees are on the subject property or on an adjacent property and pending the receipt of supplemental materials. Refer to DDOT Urban Forestry Division. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DOB technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval.

No objection to the issuance of a permit for the installation of a rooftop solar panel system at the detached rear garage of an existing house, as shown in materials received and dated 4 September 2026, pending the receipt of supplemental materials. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DOB technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval.

No objection to the issuance of a permit for facade modifications to an existing house, including the enlargement of an existing masonry opening, the reopening of a previously infilled masonry opening, the installation of replacement windows and a replacement door, and mechanical equipment, as shown in materials received and dated 4 September 2026, pending the receipt of supplemental materials. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DOB technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval.

No objection to the issuance of a permit for the installation of a halo-illuminated sign for Streets Market, as shown in materials received and dated 4 September 2026 and supplemental materials received and dated 10 September 2026, pending the receipt of supplemental materials. Refer to DC Historic Preservation Office. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DOB technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval.

Property is under the control of the D.C. Courts and is not subject to review under the Shipstead-Luce Act. See Consent Calendar for 17 September 2026, case numbers CFA 17/SEP/26-k and CFA 17/SEP/26-l for recommended actions.

No objection to the issuance of a permit for a basement renovation at an existing rowhouse, including the installation of replacement windows and doors, the enlargement of two window openings, a new window well on the front facade, and replacement steps to allow for a lowered slab and expanded landing, as shown in materials received and dated 4 September 2026, pending the receipt of supplemental materials. Refer to L'Enfant Trust for historic easement. Refer to D.C. Public Space Committee. Refer to DC Historic Preservation Office. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DOB technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval.

No objection to the issuance of a permit for the installation of a new aluminum fence segment along Kalmia and 17th Streets, NW, as shown in materials received and dated 4 September 2026, PROVIDED that all tree roots with a diameter greater than two inches be avoided, whether the trees are on the subject property or on an adjacent property, and pending the receipt of supplemental materials. Refer to DDOT Urban Forestry Division. Refer to DC Historic Preservation Office. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DOB technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval.

No objection to the issuance of a permit for the installation of a replacement plate-mounted non-illuminated wall sign at the southeast corner of an existing hotel and window graphics along the south facade for Altair Cafe, as shown in materials received and dated 4 September 2026, PROVIDED that all attachments be made into existing mortar joints or existing holes from previous sign attachments rather than into new holes in the historic brick 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 DOB technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval.

Recommend AGAINST the issuance of a permit for the installation an internally illuminated wall sign and a neon sign for Tropical Smoothie Cafe, as shown in materials received and dated 4 September 2026; internally illuminated signs are not permitted under the DC sign regulations for the Shipstead-Luce Act area. Forward a new submission for signs that conform with the regulations for the Shipstead-Luce Act area when ready.

No objection to the issuance of a permit for the partial demolition of a decorative perimeter fence and a site wall at an existing house, as shown in materials received and dated 4 September 2026, PROVIDED that all tree roots with a diameter greater than two inches be avoided, whether the trees are on the subject property or on an adjacent property, and 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 DOB technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval.

No objection to the concept for the installation of new and replacement windows at an existing house, as shown in materials received and dated 4 September 2026, pending the receipt of supplemental materials. Note: This is a concept approval only. When ready, submit the permit drawings and a permit application to DOB for review by the Commission.

No objection to the concept for a new deck at the rear of an existing house, modifications to masonry wall openings, and the installation of replacement windows, doors, and skylights, as shown in materials received and dated 4 September 2026, pending the receipt of supplemental materials. Refer to DC Historic Preservation Office. Note: This is a concept approval only. When ready, submit the permit drawings and a permit application to DOB for review by the Commission.

No objection to the issuance of a permit for facade repairs for a new retail tenant, including masonry repointing, the installation of replacement wood trim around windows, doors, and balconies, as shown in materials received and dated 4 September 2026, PROVIDED that all window and door trim, including transom panels above the windows, match the original trim exactly and pending the receipt of supplemental materials. This approval does not include any exterior signage, which should be submitted separately in the future. Refer to DC Historic Preservation Office. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DOB technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval.