Meeting of the Old Georgetown Board

DRAFT Agenda (updated 1 Oct. 2008)

2 October 2008

Convene: 9:00 AM, 401 F Street, N.W., Suite 311, Washington, DC

I. Administration

Next Meetings:
6 November 2008
4 December 2008
8 January 2009

II. Consent Calendar

A. Consent Calendar

B. Cases removed from the Draft Consent Calendar

1. O.G. 08-301 (H.P.A. 08-458)
2710 P Street, NW (Square 1261, Lot 800)
Residence
Steps on public space facing Poplar Lane, alterations to back yard and areas under deck - existing
Permit and Public Space Permit

2. O.G. 08-305 (H.P.A. 08-469)
3217 P Street, NW (Square 1271, Lot 856)
Marvelous Market
Alterations: new signs, light fixtures, roof terrace, railing
Concept

3. O.G. 08-326 (H.P.A. 08-490)
1584 Wisconsin Avenue, NW (Square 1272, Lot 0814)
Los Cuates Restaurant
Sign scheme
Permit

III. Submissions and Reviews

The order of items listed on the agenda is subject to change due to the postponement or removal of items, and/or to modifications in the sequence of presentations before or during the meeting.

1. O.G. 08-274 (H.P.A. 08-407)
3260 R Street, NW (Square 1280, Lot 800)
DCPL, Georgetown Branch Library
Repair and Alterations
Concept – revised design
(Reviewed: 4 Sep. 2008)

2. O.G. 08-316 (H.P.A. 08-480)
1855 Wisconsin Avenue, NW (Square 1299, Lot 1021)
Safeway
New structure
Concept – design development details
(Reviewed: 3 July, CFA 17 July, 5 June 2008 - OG 08-205)

3. O.G. 08-090 (H.P.A. 08-146)
1077 31st Street, NW (Square 1198, Lot 72)
ZDF German Television
Alterations to entrance link
Concept – revised design
(Reviewed: 4 Sep., 7 Feb. 2008)

4. O.G. 08-279 (H.P.A. 08-412)
1425 33rd Street, NW (Square 1244, Lot 172)
Residence
New front porch, two-story rear addition
Concept – revised design
(Reviewed: 4 Sep. 2008)

5. O.G. 08-281 (H.P.A. 08-414)
3058 R Street, NW (Square 1282, Lots 839, 856)
Residence
One-story side addition, alterations to windows, window replacements, fence
Concept – revised design
(Reviewed: 3 Apr. 2008, OG 08-142)

6. O.G. 08-321 (H.P.A. 08-485)
3007 Q Street, NW (Square 1282, Lot 801)
Residence
Alterations to rear, terrace, replacement roof, landscaping, retaining walls, wood fence, skylights, basement entrance, relocating dormer
Concept

7. O.G. 08-257 (H.P.A. 08-390)
1413 30th Street, NW (Square 1258, Lot 217)
Residence
Wheelchair lift at front
Permit – revised design
(Reviewed: 4 Sep. 2008)

8. O.G. 08-322 (H.P.A. 08-486)
3000 P Street, NW (Square 1257, Lot 208)
Residence
New brick garden wall at rear to replace wood fence
Building and Public Space Permits

9. O.G. 08-286 (H.P.A. 08-419)
3268 P Street, NW (Square 1244, Lot 882)
Residence
Two story rear addition, basement, portico, fence
Concept – revised design
(Reviewed: 4 Sep. 2008)

10. O.G. 08-293 (H.P.A. 08-426)
3045 N Street, NW (Square 1233, Lot 838)
Residential - multi-family
Replace windows, enlarge areaway, raising roofs, skylights, HVAC—in-progress
Permit – additional information
(Reviewed: 4 Sep.; 5 June, 1 May 2008 - OG 08-135; 3 Jan. 2008 - OG 07-252)

11. O.G. 08-277 (H.P.A. 08-410)
3019 P Street, NW (Square 1269, Lot 866)
Residence
Alterations to rear elevation and rear yard
Concept – revised design
(Reviewed: 4 Sep. 2008)

12. O.G. 08-278 (H.P.A. 08-411)
1319 34th Street, NW (Square 1229, Lot 860)
Residence
Alterations to side openings and dormers
Concept – revised design
(Reviewed: 4 Sep. 2008)

13. O.G. 08-314 (H.P.A. 08-478)
3235 P Street, NW (Square 1255, Lot 888)
Office/Commercial
Alterations to front facade for new window
Concept

14. O.G. 08-197 (H.P.A. 08-295)
1078 Wisconsin Avenue, NW (Square 1200, Lot 838)
Capitol Restaurant Concepts Ltd. – Paul restaurant / cafe
Projecting storefront, skylights, alterations
Permit
(Reviewed: 3 Apr. 2008, OG 08-139; 6 Dec. 2007, OG 08-029)

15. O.G. 08-271 (H.P.A. 08-404)
3251 Prospect Street, NW (Square 1218, Lot 101)
Prospect Place
Addition of glass enclosed stairs
Concept – revised design
(Reviewed: 4 Sep. 2008; 3 Jul. 2008 – OG 08-229)

16. O.G. 08-323 (H.P.A. 08-487)
3251 Prospect Street, NW (Square 1218, Lot 101)
Prospect Place
3rd fl balcony, two rooftop condensers with screen, plaza repaving, skylights
Permit
(Reviewed: 3 Jul. 2008 – OG 08-229)

17. O.G. 08-324 (H.P.A. 08-488)
3251 Prospect Street, NW (Square 1218, Lot 101)
Prospect Place
Alterations to storefront and new window openings along N St., one-story addition within courtyard
Permit
(Reviewed: 3 Jul. 2008 - OG 08-229)

18. O.G. 08-327 (H.P.A. 08-491)
3251 Prospect Street, NW (Square 1218, Lot 101)
Prospect Place
Storefront and brick stairs to walkway bridge
Concept
(Reviewed: storefront: 3 Jul. 2008 - OG 08-229)

19. O.G. 08-270 (H.P.A. 08-403)
2928 M Street, NW (Square 1196, Lot 803)
Commercial
Alterations to storefront, raze rear garage, one-story rear addition
Concept

20. O.G. 08-303 (H.P.A. 08-467)
1250 Wisconsin Avenue, NW (Square 1218, Lot 852)
Ed Hardy
Replacement storefront, signs, light fixtures
Permit

21. O.G. 08-298 (H.P.A. 08-436) 1605 30th Street, NW (Square 1283, Lot 31) Residence Alterations to window/door opening at rear, deck Permit

22. O.G. 08-299 (H.P.A. 08-445)
1045 31st Street, NW (Square 1190, Lot 2007)
Residence
New window openings on north wall
Permit

23. O.G. 08-306 (H.P.A. 08-470)
1237 Wisconsin Avenue, NW (Square 1208, Lot 41)
Puma
Back-lit sign and existing light fixtures on facade
Permit

24. O.G. 08-307 (H.P.A. 08-471)
3206 N Street, NW (Square 1218, Lot 0101)
Neyla Restaurant
Alterations for LED Imagic weave display
Concept

25. O.G. 08-308 (H.P.A. 08-472)
3139 M Street, NW (Square 1208, Lot 0045)
Old Glory
Enlarge projecting sign
Concept

26. O.G. 08-309 (H.P.A. 08-473)
3218 M Street, NW (Square 1200, Lot 0823)
J. Paul’s Restaurant
Flags
Concept – revised design
(Reviewed: 3 Jan. 2008 - OG 08-072)

27. O.G. 08-310 (H.P.A. 08-474)
1218 Wisconsin Avenue, NW (Square 1207, Lot 0111)
Third Edition
Projecting sign
Permit

28. O.G. 08-297 (H.P.A. 08-432)
3250 Jones Court, NW (Square 1272, Lot 868)
Residence
Replace windows with vinyl windows
Permit/concept

29. O.G. 08-262 (H.P.A. 08-395)
1030 29th Street, NW (Square 1192, Lot 68)
Residence
Replacement windows, door and alterations to rear – existing
Permit

30. O.G. 08-238 (H.P.A. 08-364)
3219 Reservoir Road, NW
(Square, 1280, Lot 923)
Residence
Alterations to rear facade, new windows and door
Permit

Consent Calendar

Old Georgetown Board Meeting
2 October 2008

The following list of projects will not require a presentation before the Old Georgetown Board and are recommended by the Commission of Fine Arts staff to the Board for approval without public review. Once adopted by the Old Georgetown Board, the recommendations will be submitted as part of the Old Georgetown Act Appendix to the next meeting of the Commission of Fine Arts. The concept or permit paperwork will be returned to the District government within five business days of the Commission’s meeting. Items may be removed from the Consent Calendar at the discretion of the OGB chairman; requests to review a particular case at the public meeting must be received by close of business on the Monday preceding the public meeting (or the next business day if Monday is a Federal holiday).

1. O.G. 08-264 (H.P.A. 08-397)
1314 35th Street, NW (Square 1227, Lot 90)
Residence
Replacement windows – in progress
Permit

RECOMMENDATION: The Commission regrets that the replacement of windows on the second floor was initiated prior to review and without permit. No objection to issuance of permit for proposed replacement of windows with wood casement sashes with detailing and profile to match existing and with simulated-divided-lites as shown in supplemental drawings dated October 2008 which indicate new windows do not introduce a secondary frame. Note: Because the application is pending final zoning review, any subsequent modifications made during DCRA technical review must be re-submitted to the Commission for approval prior to issuance of permit.

2. O.G. 08-266 (H.P.A. 08-399)
3401 Dent Place, NW (Square 1291, Lot 208)
Residence
Replace front door
Permit – revised design

RECOMMENDATION: No objection to issuance of permit for proposed replacement double door PROVIDED each leaf has two panels and fit within existing masonry opening without a built-up frame as shown in supplemental drawings dated _ October 2008. Note: Because the application is pending final zoning review, any subsequent modifications to the approved design during DCRA technical review must be re-submitted to the Commission for approval prior to issuance of permit.

3. O.G. 08-304 (H.P.A. 08-468)
1111 34th Street, NW (Square 1184, Lot 48)
Coverings Etc
Doubled sided banner with lights at alley, doors
Permit – revised design
(Reviewed: 3 Apr., 7 Feb. 2008 - OG 08-091)

RECOMMENDATION: No objection to issuance of permit for lighted doubled sided banner, with 9-inch high lettering for “Coverings Etc,” and full height Hope’s doors as shown in supplemental drawings dated 18 September 2008. Note: Because the application is pending final zoning review, any subsequent modifications made during DCRA technical review must be re-submitted to the Commission for approval prior to issuance of permit.

4. O.G. 08-311 (H.P.A. 08-475)
3800 Reservoir Road, NW (Square 1321, Lot 817)
Georgetown University – MedStar Hospital CCC
Air handler on roof
Permit

RECOMMENDATION: No objection to issuance of permit for proposed penthouse enclosure of roof top mechanical equipment and air handler unit. Note: Because the application is pending final zoning review, any subsequent modifications made during DCRA technical review must be re-submitted to the Commission for approval prior to issuance of permit.

5. O.G. 08-312 (H.P.A. 08-476)
3307 M Street, NW (Square 1205, Lot 0079)
Lumas
Sign on transom
Permit

RECOMMENDATION: No objection to issuance of permit for proposed non-illuminated sign on transom with letters no taller than –inches high reading “Lumas” as shown in supplemental drawings dated 19 September 2008. Note: Because the application is pending final zoning review, any subsequent modifications made during DCRA technical review must be re-submitted to the Commission for approval prior to issuance of permit.

6. O.G. 08-313 (H.P.A. 08-477)
3019 P Street, NW (Square 1269, Lot 0866)
Residence
Front elevation alterations
Permit
(Reviewed: Concept Calendar 4 Sep. 2008 - OG 08-276)

RECOMMENDATION: No objection to issuance of permit for proposed repair work and alterations to front of building, including storm windows, louvered fence around new condensers, metal grilles at basement windows and vent on side wall as shown in supplemental drawings dated 18 September 2008. Note is made that the Foundation for the Preservation of Historic Georgetown holds an easement on this property. Note: Because the application is pending final zoning review, any subsequent modifications made during DCRA technical review must be re-submitted to the Commission for approval prior to issuance of permit.

7. O.G. 08-315 (H.P.A. 08-479)
1657 31st Street, NW (Square 1282, Lot 819)
Dumbarton Courts Condominiums
Replace selected windows to match original, repair windows
Permit

RECOMMENDATION: No objection to issuance of permit for proposed repair, restoration and/or replacement of windows to match profile and detailing of existing true-divided-light single pane wood windows. Original historic windows on the front facade and within the stucco-faced section of the building must be evaluated and repaired when possible, prior to considering replacement. Note: Because the application is pending final zoning review, any subsequent modifications made during DCRA technical review must be re-submitted to the Commission for approval prior to issuance of permit.

8. O.G. 08-317 (H.P.A. 08-481)
2800 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW (Square 1195, Lot 30)
Four Seasons Hotel
Temporary lobby - existing
Permit – revision to permit
(Reviewed: 1 May 2008 - OG 08-175)

RECOMMENDATION: The Commission regrets that the awning covering the driveway and the temporary lobby were constructed not complying with approved design. No objection to issuance of permit for temporary installation of awning over drop-off driveway and for temporary lobby. Existing work must be removed no later than 31 January 2009 and area returned to original condition. Note: Because the application is pending final zoning review, any subsequent modifications made during DCRA technical review must be re-submitted to the Commission for approval prior to issuance of permit.

9. O.G. 08-318 (H.P.A. 08-482)
2800 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW (Square 1195, Lot 30)
Four Seasons Hotel
Alterations to rear window for air intake louvers, roof mechanical equipment
Permit – revised design

RECOMMENDATION: No objection to issuance of permit for revisions to approved design including louvers within glazed opening facing Canal and roof top mechanical equipment, PROVIDED roof equipment will not be visible from public thoroughfare. Louvers will match the dark bronze anodized window frame. Addition of brick chimney was deleted from scope of proposed work. Note: Because the application is pending final zoning review, any subsequent modifications made during DCRA technical review must be re-submitted to the Commission for approval prior to issuance of permit.

10. O.G. 08-319 (H.P.A. 08-483)
2800 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW
(Square 1195, Lot 30)
Four Seasons Hotel – Bourbon Steak
Sign on clock tower
Permit – revised design

RECOMMENDATION: No objection to issuance of permit for proposed installation of back-lit sign composed of 6-inch high bronze letters reading “Bourbon Steak” to match existing Four Seasons sign. No additional signs will be approved on the clock tower. Note: Because the application is pending final zoning review, any subsequent modifications made during DCRA technical review must be re-submitted to the Commission for approval prior to issuance of permit.

11. O.G. 08-320 (H.P.A. 08-484)
2811 O Street, NW (Square 1259, Lot 212)
Residence
Replacement shutters from louvers to paneled
Concept

RECOMMENDATION: No objection to concept design for proposed replacement of shutters with wood paneled shutters using existing hardware. File new submission of detailed drawings, including dimensions, with permit application for review by the Commission when ready.

12. O.G. 08-330 (H.P.A. 08-494)
2903 Q Street, NW (Square 1283, Lot 801)
Residence
Rear garden wall
Permit-revision

RECOMMENDATION: No objection to issuance of permit for proposed brick garden wall and gate as shown in drawings dated 16 September 2008. Note: Because the application is pending final zoning review, any subsequent modifications made during DCRA technical review must be re-submitted to the Commission for approval prior to issuance of permit.

Other Submissions

Old Georgetown Board Meeting
2 October 2008

1. O.G. 08-280 (H.P.A. 08-413)
3007 Q Street, NW (Square 1282, Lot 801)
Residence
New rear porch and side basement entry
Concept

RECOMMENDATION: Returned without Action. Concept application superseded by concept application O.G. 08-321.

2. O.G. 08-292 (H.P.A. 08-425)
1211 Potomac Street, NW (Square 1207, Lot 124)
Philly Pizza & Grill
Alteration to first floor window and door, roof mechanical equipment - existing
Permit
(Reviewed: 7 Feb. 2008, 6 Dec. 2007 - OG 08-025)

RECOMMENDATION: Recommend AGAINST issuance of permit. Submitted materials are insufficient for permit review. Request new submission of accurate, detailed and dimensioned drawings for proposed alterations to storefront with cut-sheets for door and window, with new permit application for review by the Commission when ready.

3. O.G. 08-296 (H.P.A. 08-429)
3345 Dent Place, NW (Square 1290, Lot 288)
Residence
Replacement windows on side wall, French door and screen door with louvers, alterations to rear facade to lower sills of windows behind a 9-ft high garden wall and fence.
Permit

RECOMMENDATION: Returned AGAINST issuance of permit for proposed alterations to rear facade. Submitted materials are not sufficient for permit review. File separate submission of complete and accurate drawings, including details, dimensions and cut-sheets for replacement windows, with new permit application for review by the Commission when ready.

4. O.G. 08-325 (H.P.A. 08-489)
3251 Prospect Street, NW (Square 1218, Lot 101)
Prospect Place – Cafe Milano
Rear one-story addition with roof terrace within courtyard
Permit
(Reviewed: 4 Sep. 2008 - OG 08-271; 3 Jul. 2008 - OG 08-229)

RECOMMENDATION: Returned without Action. Submitted materials and a site visit of 17 September 2008 indicate that proposed one-story rear addition of kitchen for Cafe Milano, with roof terrace and enclosed stairs will not be visible from public thoroughfare. Refer to the Historic Preservation Review Board.

5. O.G. 08-332 (H.P.A. 08-496)
3103 P Street, NW (Square 1270, Lot 824)
Residence
Concrete patio, retaining wall, and steps
Permit

RECOMMENDATION: Returned without Action. Submitted materials indicate that the proposed work would not be visible from a public thoroughfare. Refer to the Historic Preservation Review Board.