Old Georgetown Appendix: CFA Meeting — 21 April 2016

Returned without action. Permit application for replacement door has been inactive for an extended period of time.

No objection to concept design for proposed alterations, including one-story rear addition, demolition of northern bay of garage structure, porch enclosure at east elevation, replacement windows, and site work per supplemental drawings received 17 March 2016 which indicate rear addition reflects the character of an enclosed porch, retention of the kitchen window opening, and permeable terrace. Windows and stained glass on front facade to be retained and repaired. Guardrail on roof of front bay was not approved and was deleted. File new submission at DCRA of construction drawings, including architectural details, dimensions, cut-sheets and product literature, and landscape plan, with permit application for review by the Commission.

The Commission regrets that the completed rear addition work and the amount of demolition of the brick wall did not conform to the approved plans. No objection to revision to permit for new window trim as shown in Option A of supplemental drawings received 18 March 2016. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DCRA technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval prior to the issuance of a permit.

No objection to concept design for removal of step at entrance and new recessed pair of wood doors per supplemental drawings received 21 March 2016. File new submission of construction documents, including dimensions, architectural details and cut-sheets with permit application at DCRA for review by the Commission. Recommend including deteriorated elements at second-story.

No objection to concept design for proposed alterations, including demolition of lobby and elevator shafts; addition at eastern courtyard; new ADA ramp, walkways, terrace and landscaping at courtyards; and replacement of windows at rear per supplemental drawings received 17 March 2016 PROVIDED single-glazed wood windows on front facade are repaired, and metal canopies at third floor are located within the openings of the large windows only. File new submission at DCRA of detailed and dimensioned drawings, with permit application for review by the Commission.

No objection to issuance of permit for proposed replacement of multi-light windows at the second and third floors at the rear with 1/1 insulated all-wood windows per drawings received 24 March 2016 which indicate that windows on front facade, which are original, would be repaired, and the brick mould would be retained. Windows to be sized to fit masonry openings without fillers or secondary frame. Use half-screens only, if screens are desired. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DCRA technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval prior to the issuance of a permit.

No objection to issuance of permit for proposed replacement of multi-light windows at front facade with 1/1 all-wood insulated windows per information received 21 March 2016 which indicate half-screens and retention of original brick mould. Windows to be sized to fit masonry opening without fillers or secondary frame. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DCRA technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval prior to the issuance of a permit.

Returned without action. Although the proposed pool would not be visible from a public thoroughfare, the Commission regrets the amount of hardscape proposed for this property. Refer to Historic Preservation Review Board.

Returned without action. Private property with crew boat storage is outside of the jurisdiction of the Old Georgetown Act.

No objection to issuance of permit for proposed non-illuminated pin-mounted sign comprised of letters no taller than 12 inches reading "Zannchi" and logo per drawings received 24 March 2016 PROVIDED sign is located high enough to avoid obscuring the lintel and keystone above the door. Attachments to wall through mortar joints only. Lettering on valance of awnings was removed. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DCRA technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval prior to the issuance of a permit.

No objection to issuance of permit for proposed replacement of wood railing at roof terrace above carport per drawings received 18 March 2016 which indicate 1 1/2-inch-square balusters and 2-inch clear spacing. 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 issuance of permit for proposed marquee and sign comprised of letters no taller than 8 inches reading "Morton's the steakhouse" per drawings received 24 March 2016 which indicate that wall mounted sign and light fixtures would be removed PROVIDED that the proposed up-lighting for the letters would not also illuminate the wall and that no electric conduit is visible. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DCRA technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval.

The Commission regrets that the replacement windows were installed and the electric meter relocated on front facade without review or permit. No objection to issuance of permit for replacement windows PROVIDED that full-screens are removed and electric meter is relocated inside the building. Proposed sign and replacement door, which were not approved, were deleted from this permit application at the request by the applicant. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DCRA technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval prior to the issuance of a permit.

No objection to issuance of permit for painted sign with letters no taller than 8 inches reading "Lucky Brand" per drawings received 18 March 2016. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DCRA technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval prior to the issuance of a permit.

No objection to issuance of permit for proposed alterations to pool house at rear of lot, including new painted wood siding, gable roof, and wood deck per supplemental drawings received 20 April 2016 which indicate traditional detailing for the metal roof with 1-inch-tall hand-crimped standing seams, eaves no more than 10 inches deep, insulated all-wood windows and doors with 7/8-inch-wood SDL muntins, and only two light fixtures flanking the paired doors. Use half-screens if desired. Light fixtures to be down lights only. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DCRA technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval prior to the issuance of a permit.

No objection to issuance of permit for proposed security measures at east entrance plaza including a guard booth, two walk-through metal detectors, brick piers, metal picket fence with two gates, and new paving to match existing per drawings received 24 March 2016. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DCRA technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval prior to the issuance of a permit.

No objection to issuance of permit to install new copper roof with 1-inch standing seams at 17" on center. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DCRA technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval prior to the issuance of a permit.

No objection to issuance of permit for proposed sign comprised of 6 1/2-inches-tall back-lit aluminum letters reading "United Bank" with 9-inches-tall-logo per drawings received 24 March and 6 April 2016 which indicate removal of flagpole and hardware at roof terrace, which were installed without review or permit and were not approved. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DCRA technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval prior to the issuance of a permit.

No objection to issuance of permit for proposed signs reading "United Bank", including back-lit signs at Wisconsin Avenue storefront and at K Street canopy, non-illuminated sign at ATM, and applied vinyl letters on the entry doors per drawings received 24 March and 6 April 2016 which indicate network panel deleted and replaced with information within the ATM surround. Existing signs and logos on transoms and above deposit box would be removed and not replaced. File new permit application at DCRA for ATM and deposit box, which were installed without review or permit, for review by the Commission. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DCRA technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval prior to the issuance of a permit.

Returned without action. Submission materials for 7-foot tall fence along east property line which would be set back from front of building would not be visible from a public thoroughfare and existing front yard fencing would not change. Refer to Historic Preservation Review Board.

No objection to issuance of permit for proposed aluminum sign mounted to top of canopy at garage entrance with 8-inches-tall acrylic push-through internally-illuminated letters reading "Parking" and 2-feet-tall logo per drawings received 24 March 2016 PROVIDED that logo is not illuminated, that electric conduit is not visible, and that all parking banners mounted to Whitehurst Freeway columns are removed. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DCRA technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval prior to the issuance of a permit.

No objection to issuance of permit for proposed alterations to storefront and sign comprised of back-lit letters no taller than 12 inches reading "Violet Boutique" mounted to metal panel per supplemental drawings received 8 April 2016. All attachments to be made through the mortar joints only. Electric conduits to be located where they would not be visible from public thoroughfare. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DCRA technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval prior to the issuance of a permit.

No objection to issuance of permit for proposed excavation of a 10 x 12 feet area for repair of sewer line per materials received 25 March 2015 which indicate that sidewalk brick, bluestone curb and granite pavers in road bed would be removed, stored, and re-installed to match existing conditions PROVIDED that bluestone curb is removed as one single piece, and that the new catch basin matches dimensions, texture, tint and finish of existing concrete. Coordinate site visit with Commission staff during reconstruction of surface conditions. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DCRA technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval prior to the issuance of a permit.

No objection to issuance of permit for two new louvers in CMU wall as documented in drawings received 23 March 2016. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DCRA technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval prior to the issuance of a permit.

No objection to revision to permit for 6-foot-wide front walk, trenches covered by sod, terraces, and wood fence and gate on brick retaining wall per supplemental drawings dated 13 April 2016. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DCRA technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval prior to the issuance of a permit.

Returned without action. Submission materials and a site visit on 22 March 2016 indicate that proposed window would not be visible from a public thoroughfare. Refer to Historic Preservation Review Board.

Returned without action. Permit application with revised scope of work and a site visit on 22 March indicate that rear addition and alterations would not be visible from a public thoroughfare. Recommend that non-compatible light fixtures on the front elevation that were installed without review or a permit are removed and brick is repaired. Refer to Historic Preservation Review Board.

No objection to issuance of permit for proposed alterations, including replacement of multi-light window sashes on front facade with 1/1 all-wood sashes sized to fit masonry openings, new fenestration at rear, new raised rear terrace, re-paving of rear yard with permeable pavers on a sand and gravel base, and removal of roll-up garage door for new metal folding doors at alley per drawings received 22 March 2016 which indicate that front window well was deleted. 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 revision to permit for new steel casement and fixed windows/doors, skylights, and expanded terrace per supplemental drawings dated 11 April 2016. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DCRA technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval prior to the issuance of a permit.

Returned without action. Permit application for site work and alterations to fence was withdrawn at the written request by the applicant.

Returned without action. Submission materials and a site visit on 22 March 2016 indicate that fenestration alterations would not be visible from a public thoroughfare. Refer to Historic Preservation Review Board.