Old Georgetown Appendix: CFA Meeting — 18 September 2014

No objection to issuance of permit for proposed partial demolition, alterations and roof top addition to the Georgetown Theater, for alterations and addition to garage structure at rear with a connecting loggia, and for alterations to rear yard as shown in supplemental drawings dated 7 April 2014 which indicate that historic chimney will remain, third floor windows at rear of theater will have a raised sill, wood windows will not have screens, light fixtures will be no taller than 12 inches high, skylights will be flat and historic neon sign will be repaired and painted black. No objection to revision to approved design for new egress door on east facade as shown in supplemental drawings dated 25 August 2014. Parking pad in courtyard, which was not approved, is deleted from this permit application. Report to the Old Georgetown Board with any findings made during renovation of canopy and removal of stucco from the facade that may require revisions to the approved design. Erect materials sample panel on site for review by the Commission prior to ordering materials. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DCRA technical review, must be re-submitted to the Commission for approval prior to issuance of permit.

No objection to general concept design for proposed demolition of non-contributing two-story gable structure on M Street and for new two-story glass and brick flat roof addition with sunken courtyard, green screen, and western wing connecting to existing seven-story brick structure with new entrance on 30th Street, canopy, windows and enlarged mechanical penthouse per supplemental drawings dated 14 August 2014. Recommend further study of vertical proportions on M Street, typical window unit, and signage. File new concept submission at DCRA during design development with dimensioned details for review by the Commission.

Returned without Action. Application has been inactive for an extended period of time.

Returned without Action. Application has been inactive for an extended period of time.

Returned without Action. Application has been inactive for an extended period of time.

Returned without Action. Application has been inactive for an extended period of time.

No objection to issuance of permit for proposed site work on front yard, including reconstruction of retaining wall to match existing, replacement brick walkway, area for bench with ground cover plantings and new landscaping as shown in supplemental drawings dated 14 August 2014 which indicate reduction in the amount of hardscape. Light fixtures in the landscape and walkway are not appropriate and were deleted from this permit application. No objection to only one light fixture no taller than 14 inches at front door. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DCRA technical review, must be re-submitted to the Commission for approval prior to issuance of permit.

No objection to issuance of permit for proposed rooftop antennas for Verizon Wireless grouped in two locations on the roof behind louvered screens and for rooftop equipment platform, as shown in supplemental drawings dated 17 June and 25 August 2014. Erect screen sample on roof for approval by Old Georgetown Board prior to installing antennas. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DCRA technical review, must be re-submitted to the Commission for approval prior to issuance of permit.

The Commission regrets that the rear addition, as built, does not conform to the approved design; that the rooftop mechanical equipment was placed where it is visible from a public thoroughfare, and that awnings and signs were not installed per the approved designs. No objection to issuance of permit for rear addition as shown in supplemental drawings dated 15 August 2014 which indicate a metal screen in front of the rooftop mechanical equipment, and for a shed awning and one sign as shown in supplemental drawings dated __ September 2014. Erect a sample panel of metal screen on site for approval by the Old Georgetown Board prior to ordering materials. Remedial work to be completed no later than 3 months after mock up is approved. No objection to issuance of public space permit for proposed sidewalk cafe with two tables and four chairs as shown in supplemental drawings dated 15 August 2014. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DCRA technical review, must be re-submitted to the Commission for approval prior to issuance of permit.

The Commission regrets that wood fencing, sheds, and stone walkways were erected without review or a permit. No objection to issuance of permit for new painted wood open picket fence no taller than 4 feet, wood gate, and stone path at front yard; and for 7-feet tall vertical board wood fence and shed at rear per supplemental drawings dated 10 September 2014. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DCRA technical review, must be re-submitted to the Commission for approval prior to issuance of permit.

No objection to concept design for repairing historic multi-light windows and installing clear glass at front, new wood doors, and typical aluminum windows at sides and rear; steel lintels at north elevation demarcating size of existing sacristy, new metal roof with 1" seams and cricket, simple metal gates at side yard, and reduced paving at rear yard per supplemental drawings dated 14 August 2014. File new submission at DCRA of detailed and dimensioned drawings with permit application for alterations for review by the Commission.

Submitted material is not sufficient for review. File new submission at DCRA of complete and accurate drawings, including dimensions and details, with permit application for review by the Commission.

No objection to issuance of permit for new ipe landing and stair and wood fence per supplemental drawings dated 7 August 2014. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DCRA technical review, must be re-submitted to the Commission for approval prior to issuance of permit.

No objection to issuance of permit for new ipe landing and stair and wood fence per supplemental drawings dated 7 August 2014. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DCRA technical review, must be re-submitted to the Commission for approval prior to issuance of permit.

No objection to issuance of permit for proposed alterations to storefront and for non-illuminated sign composed of letters no taller than 12 inches reading "Alice and Olivia by Stacey Bendet" as shown in supplemental drawings dated 13 August 2014 which indicate a consistent base on both storefronts and matching transoms and framing. The exposed conduits, light fixtures and vent grilles will be removed as part of the scope of this permit. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DCRA technical review, must be re-submitted to the Commission for approval prior to issuance of permit.

Returned without Action. Concept application was superseded by permit application OG 14-317.

No objection to concept design for proposed addition of stair tower, replacement windows, terraces, new openings and alterations as shown in supplemental drawings dated 20 August 2014 which indicate retention and repair of original casement windows, single-glazed 6/6 wood windows on front facade, insulated 6/6 wood windows with simulated divided light 5/8 inch wide wood muntins at rear, and use of 4/4 configuration on smaller side windows. Transoms at ground level were deleted. Recommend further development of the details for the entry door and fan light; use of concrete pavers on walkway; solid single cast-stone steps to match color and texture of existing cast stone at main entrance; retention of decorative panels as-is; larger planting beds in terraces; and a board on board wood fence no taller than 7 feet high around terraces. File new submission at DCRA of working drawings, including detailed and dimensioned drawings, architectural details, and landscape plan, with permit application for review by the Commission.

Returned without Action. Concept application was superseded by permit application OG 14-313.

No objection to issuance of permit for proposed waterproofing work which will require the demolition of the wall along Prospect Street and reconstruction of wall to match location and detailing of original historic wall, including brick reveals, using salvaged historic brick on exterior face of wall and stone coping in its original placement. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DCRA technical review, must be re-submitted to the Commission for approval prior to issuance of permit.

Submitted material is not sufficient for review. File new submission at DCRA following the Submission Requirements for Replacement Window Proposals as posted on the Commission's web site with permit application for review by the Commission.

The Commission regrets that a deck was erected prior to review or permit. Returned without Action. Submission materials and a site visit on 19 August 2014 indicate that the proposed alteration at the garden level will not be visible from a public thoroughfare. Refer to the Historic Preservation Review Board.

Returned without Action. Submission materials and a site visit on 19 August 2014 indicate that the proposed demolition and replacement of brick garden walls at the rear will not be visible from a public thoroughfare. Refer to the Historic Preservation Review Board.

No objection to issuance of permit for two proposed non-illuminated signs composed of acrylic letters no taller than 9 inches high reading "Do's Custom Tailor" and "Do's Formal Wear" on sign panels above storefronts PROVIDED color matches the metallic grey of the other signs on Regency Row. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DCRA technical review, must be re-submitted to the Commission for approval prior to issuance of permit.

Returned without Action. Scope of work requires a public space application from the DC Department of Transportation, Public Space Management Branch, for review by the Commission. File new submissions at DCRA for various alterations on private properties with building permit applications for each property for review by the Commission.

No objection to issuance of permit for new slate roof above entrance and standing seam copper roof with 1"-seams turned down at ridge.

No objection to issuance of permit for 12"-tall back-lit channel letters reading "FOREVER 21" per drawings dated 25 August 2014, provided interior sign must be installed 18" back from glass.

Returned without Action. Permit application for rear porch enclosure was withdrawn at the written request of the applicant.

No objection to issuance of permit for Option 1 sign with 5-inch tall pin-mounted metal letters reading "ARTIST'S PROOF" per drawings dated 15 August 2014.

Submitted material is not sufficient for review. File new submission at DCRA following the Submission Requirements for Replacement Window Proposals as posted on the Commission's web site with permit application for review by the Commission.

No objection to issuance of permit for proposed alterations to replace metal storefront and door, which had been installed prior to review or permit (see OG 09-266), with a new wood storefront as shown in drawings dated 5 September 2014 provided that the replacement of the windows on the front facade with insulated all-wood windows with 1 inch wide true divided lite muntins is completed as part of the scope of work of this permit. No objection to sign composed of non-illuminated letters no taller than 6 inches high reading "Avocado Cafe" ONLY. All mountings through mortar joints. Proposed window decal is inappropriate, was not approved and was deleted from this permit application. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DCRA technical review, must be re-submitted to the Commission for approval prior to issuance of permit.

No objection to issuance of permit for new eight-story brick dormitory with stone and glazed towers, projecting bay aluminum windows, and flat roof, for landscape plan and for site work including pervious pavers at plazas, handicapped access ramp and stair, per drawings dated 15 August 2014. Erect a material sample panel on site, facing south, for review by the Old Georgetown Board prior to ordering materials. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DCRA technical review, must be re-submitted to the Commission for approval prior to issuance of permit.

No objection to issuance of permit to remove terra cotta tiles on mansard roof and towers install new underlayment and built-in copper gutters and downspouts. Re-install original terra cotta tiles, any necessary replacement tiles to be located at rear of towers. Existing metal flat roofs at two projecting bays to be replaced with new copper roofs. Ornamental metal work to be repaired in-kind. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DCRA technical review, must be re-submitted to the Commission for approval prior to issuance of permit.

No objection to issuance of permit for new metal fence and aluminum bleachers for Shaw Field per drawings dated 15 August 2014. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DCRA technical review, must be re-submitted to the Commission for approval prior to issuance of permit.

No objection to issuance of permit for proposed revisions to approved design (see OG 13-171) for one-story rear addition with basement, balcony and stairs to include an extension of the wall along west property line as required by DCRA, and for alterations for three French doors at first floor, as shown in drawings dated 26 August 2014. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DCRA technical review, must be re-submitted to the Commission for approval prior to issuance of permit.

No objection to issuance of permit for proposed replacement standing seam copper roof as shown in supplemental drawings dated 26 August 2014 which indicate detailing and profile of new roof will match existing. Roofs on projecting bays will be retained as is; their replacement was deleted from this permit application. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DCRA technical review, must be re-submitted to the Commission for approval prior to issuance of permit.

The Commission regrets that the fence/wall along east property line was constructed without review. No objection to issuance of permit for mahogany fence and wall with stone veneer at west and stucco at east which varies from approximately 3'-1 1/2" to 6'-10 1/2" tall per drawings dated 15 August 2014. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DCRA technical review, must be re-submitted to the Commission for approval prior to issuance of permit.

No objection to issuance of permit for proposed exterior work, including removal of durastone from west facade, new windows, removal of historic neon sign for repair and re-installation, reconstruction of original chimney, and repair to metal canopy, all of which had been previously approved (see OG 14-116), as shown in supplemental drawings dated 3 September 2014 which indicate plaque with address numbers was deleted from this permit application and will be submitted separately for review by the Commission. Report to the Old Georgetown Board with any findings made during removal of stucco from the facade that may require revisions to the approved design. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DCRA technical review, must be re-submitted to the Commission for approval prior to issuance of permit.

No objection to issuance of permit for proposed repair work on the storefronts and vestibule, including replacement-in-kind of the wood sills and trim of the show windows where needed, repair to cracks on the stucco face, and alterations to the vestibule, as shown in supplemental drawings dated 25 August 2014. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DCRA technical review, must be re-submitted to the Commission for approval prior to issuance of permit.

No objection to issuance of permit for proposed alterations to rear yard and replacement wood fence no taller than 7 feet high to align with adjacent metal picket fence at 1657 34th Street, NW, as shown in supplemental drawings dated 25 August 2014. Fence and gate must be painted or stained with an opaque stain. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DCRA technical review, must be re-submitted to the Commission for approval prior to issuance of permit.

No objection to issuance of permit for proposed non-illuminated 18 inches high blade sign as shown in supplemental drawings dated 27 August 2014, which indicate sign located between the first floor windows, letters no taller than 4 inches high reading "P Street Gallerie | Georgetown"; and all mounting to be done through the mortar joints. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DCRA technical review, must be re-submitted to the Commission for approval prior to issuance of permit.

No objection to issuance of permit for proposed alterations to front stairs and replacement railing as shown in supplemental drawings dated 26 August 2014 which indicate that new brick landing will be below and not obstruct the existing stone threshold at main entry door. Note that The L'Enfant Trust holds an easement on this property. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DCRA technical review, must be re-submitted to the Commission for approval prior to issuance of permit.

No objection to concept design for reducing area of existing parking pad provided planting area is increased in rear yard. Recommend maintaining the height of the new wood fence at 6-feet tall given the terraced yard. File new submission at DCRA of detailed and dimensioned drawings with permit application for alterations for review by the Commission.

Returned without Action. Submission materials and a site visit on 19 August 2014 indicate that the proposed window and door alteration at the rear will not be visible from a public thoroughfare. Refer to the Historic Preservation Review Board.

Returned without Action. Submission materials and a site visit on 19 August 2014 indicate that the proposed alterations to rear and site work for new terrace at rear yard will not be visible from a public thoroughfare. Refer to the Historic Preservation Review Board. The Commission notes that the garage was not constructed in accordance with the approved permit drawings (see OG 11-037) which called for a mahogany door and trim.

Returned without Action. Permit application for two banners was withdrawn at the written request of the applicant.

No objection to concept design for repair tin at front balcony, removing front shutters, enlarged areaway at basement window, and replacement roof and deck at garage per drawings dated 25 August 2014. File new submission DCRA of detailed and dimensioned drawings with permit application for review by Commission.

No objection to issuance of permit to in-fill inside corner of existing brick chimney per drawings dated 21 August 2014, provided new brick matches size, color, and coursing of brick at existing L-shape chimney. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DCRA technical review, must be re-submitted to the Commission for approval prior to issuance of permit.

No objection to issuance of permit for proposed sign composed of non-illuminated letters no taller than 11 inches high reading "Rent the Runway" mounted to cornice of projecting bay as shown in supplemental drawings dated 26 August 2014. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DCRA technical review, must be re-submitted to the Commission for approval prior to issuance of permit.

Returned without Action. Submission materials and a site visit on 19 August 2014 indicate that the proposed doors at the side and rear will not be visible from a public thoroughfare. Refer to the Historic Preservation Review Board.

No objection to issuance of permit to replace multi–light wood sashes and doors with one–over–one wood sashes and single light entrance doors with wood panels and 8–inch tall metal letters reading "poliform home" as documented in drawings dated 21 August and 9 September 2014, which indicate new metal bracket no longer than 22–inches.

No objection to issuance of permit for proposed alterations to front yard and driveway as shown in drawings dated 15 August 2014 which indicate alignment of driveway with curb–cut, lowering of planter walls, re–use of existing metal fencing, new metal fencing to match existing , brick pavers on a sand and gravel base, and new landscaping. Note that the Foundation for the Preservation of Historic Georgetown holds an easement on this property. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DCRA technical review, must be re–submitted to the Commission for approval prior to issuance of permit.

Returned without Action. Supplemental construction drawings dated 10 September 2014 for rear addition, dormers, demolition/reconstruction of front facade which indicate the retention of existing conditions at rear of roof are not sufficient for review and not consistent with recommendations of the Old Georgetown Board. File new coordinated submission at DCRA with construction drawings, including details and dimensions, with permit application for review by the Commission.

No objection to issuance of permit for revisions to approved design for rear alterations to install either an all–wood or metal window system with framing and mullions components as narrow as possible as shown in supplemental drawings dated 25 August 2014. The option for a clad window system is not appropriate for the historic district, was not approved, and was deleted from this permit application. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DCRA technical review, must be re–submitted to the Commission for approval prior to issuance of permit.

Returned without Action. Submission materials and a site visit on 19 August 2014 indicate that the proposed door, window, and siding at rear will not be visible from a public thoroughfare. Refer to the Historic Preservation Review Board.

No objection to issuance of permit for proposed three story rear addition and alterations as shown in supplemental drawings dated 25 August 2014 PROVIDED the new all–wood casement windows on the front facade are single–glazed. File new submission at DCRA with detailed drawings for replacement of vinyl windows on front facade with single–glazed all–wood windows to match dimensions and profile of original single–glazed wood windows found on the adjacent houses on the row. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DCRA technical review, must be re–submitted to the Commission for approval prior to issuance of permit.

Submitted material is not insufficient for review. File new submission at DCRA of construction drawings, including complete site plans, and detailed and dimensioned drawings, with permit application for review by the Commission.