Old Georgetown Appendix: CFA Meeting — 23 January 2017

No objection to concept design for the construction of a new residence, per supplemental drawings received 21 December 2016, PROVIDED dormers are gabled. File new submission at DCRA with detailed and dimensioned drawings for review by the Commission.

No objection to concept design for proposed bollards in public space per supplemental drawings received 9 December 2016, PROVIDED that the spacing of the bollards on either side of the street end are symmetrical. File new submission of working drawings, including details and dimensions, with permit application for review by the Commission.

Returned without action. Permit application for storefront alterations has been inactive for an extended period of time. File new submission of drawings for review by the Commission.

Returned without action. Application for revision to permit for replacement entry doors has been inactive for an extended period of time. File new submission at DCRA with cut-sheets, including dimensions and details for new pair of wood doors per previously approved design (see OG 15-246) for review by the Commission. Bronze-clad doors are not compatible with this historic building.

Returned without action. Permit application for new wood deck has been inactive for an extended period of time. Submission materials were insufficient for review. File new submission at DCRA of construction drawings, including details and dimensions, with permit application for review by the Commission. Note that The L'Enfant Trust holds an easement on this property.

No objection to concept design for proposed rear additions and demolition per supplemental drawings received 14 December 2016, PROVIDED further refinement of proposed treatment of roofline at 1212 28th Street in order to allow for remembrance of original configuration. File new design development submission with concept application at DCRA with working drawings including details and dimensions, for review by the Commission.

No objection to concept design for the construction of a two-story addition on the north side of St. Joseph's Hall, demolition of the existing arcade that connects the library to the south side of St. Joseph's Hall, and the construction of a two-story hyphen that connects St. Joseph's Hall to the library, per supplemental drawings received 13 December 2016, PROVIDED the corridor at the new addition is widened by approximately two feet. File new submission at DCRA of design development drawings with concept application for review by the Commission.

No objection to issuance of permit for general repairs, replacement of windows and doors, and installation of new light fixture, per supplemental drawings received 16 December 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 the foundation, per supplemental drawings received 15 December 2016. Note that foundation construction is at the applicant's own risk, as a permit approval has not been issued for building construction. 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 the issuance of permit for chimney alterations, per supplemental drawings received 16 December 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.

The Commission regrets that the installation of the sign was completed without review or permit and was not approved. No objection to issuance of permit for proposed wall-mounted sign comprised of pan faced cabinet with edge lit through copy and LED lighting, located above entrance on Wisconsin Avenue per drawings received 9 December 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 fenestration alterations per supplemental drawings received 16 December 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 site work, including reconstruction of retaining wall and wood fence along north property line to match height of existing, reconstruction of stair with brick risers and stone treads, reconstruction of brick retaining wall using salvaged bricks with new stone cap, new wood gate, and re-grading of walkway with flagstone pavers, per drawings received 9 December 2016, PROVIDED walkway is set on permeable sand and gravel base. Wood gate to 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 resubmitted to the Commission for approval prior to the issuance of a permit.

No objection to concept design for proposed rear addition, alterations, and site work, per supplemental drawings received 15 December 2016, PROVIDED that the basement level openings and windows on the front elevation match those on the neighboring property at 2509. File new submission of working drawings, including details and dimensions, with permit application for review by the Commission.

No objection to issuance of permit for proposed window replacement on front elevation per drawings received 9 December 2016, PROVIDED replacement windows are 2/2 all-wood insulated simulated divided light with spacer bar units to fit existing masonry openings. 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 doors and alterations to porch per supplemental drawings received 20 December 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 fence of 6'-3" in height on Orchard Lane elevation per submission received 9 December 2016, PROVIDED fence is stained or painted. 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 the issuance of permit for the installation of a banner sign, vinyl letters, and address plate, per supplemental drawings received 15 December 2016, PROVIDED the banner is made of woven fabric and existing sign brackets are used. 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 proposed door replacement and alterations, per drawings received 14 December 2016, PROVIDED that the proposed pergola is eliminated. File new submission of working drawings, including details and dimensions, with permit application for review by the Commission.

No objection to issuance of permit for proposed installation of screen panels and door at the north elevation porch, per supplemental drawings received 16 December 2016, which indicate that the screen panels will be installed in a manner that is reversible and that the columns, pilasters, handrails, floor and all other porch elements will remain unaltered. 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 window and door replacement on front elevation per drawings received 9 December 2016, PROVIDED replacement windows are 6/6 & 8/12 all-wood insulated simulated divided light with spacer bar units with half screens to fit existing masonry openings, and replacement door and sidelites are in-kind. 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 the issuance of permit for alterations and site work, per supplemental drawings received 16 December 2016, which indicate that new skylights will no longer be installed at the northern-most roof of the ell. 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 resubmitted to the Commission for approval prior to the issuance of a permit.

No objection to issuance of permit for proposed rear first floor deck with wood fence, first floor wood door replacement to fit existing opening and window restoration per drawings received 9 December 2016, PROVIDED if windows are found to need replacement applicant to file new permit application with detailed information on the proposed replacement windows -- 2/2 all-wood single-glazed true divided light windows to fit the existing openings. 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 in-kind replacement of exposed aggregate concrete walk and curbs per submission received 9 December 2016, PROVIDED replacement concrete curbs are tinted to match the existing adjacent quarter round curbs. 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 proposed rear addition and alterations per drawings received 9 December 2016, PROVIDED that the alterations to the rear elevation include an additional vertical element to strengthen the composition, and the alterations to the dormer result in a more delicate design that has the dormer grow out of the existing roof materials in order to allow for it to recede more. File new submission of working drawings, including details and dimensions, with permit application for review by the Commission.

No objection to issuance of permit for the installation of a masonry window well at the front of the projecting bay and new windows at the basement level of the front elevation, per supplemental drawings received 16 December 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.

The Commission is supportive of the proposed scope of work, including the restoration of the rooflines, the restoration of the window openings, and the proposed treatment for the formerly open two-story rear porch. However, documentation was insufficient for issuance of permit and the Commission regrets that the applicant did not follow the direction of the Old Georgetown Board to convert the application into a concept submission to allow for its refinement and resubmission as a permit application. Recommend AGAINST issuance of permit for window replacement, alterations to the garage, and roof replacement, as proposed in drawings received 9 December 2016. Recommend applicant return with comprehensive plan to address the non-permitted work performed, including the removal of original windows on all elevations, installation of new non-historic windows on side elevations, raising of main roof, and removal of historic balustrade at ridge. File new design development submission with concept application at DCRA with working drawings including details and dimensions, for review by the Commission.

No objection to issuance of permit for proposed installation of a new fence, retaining wall, site work, and door replacements, per supplemental drawings received 20 December 2016, which indicate the new flagstone walkway is set on permeable sand and gravel base. Cameras, light fixtures, and associated wiring are not part of this application. 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 the installation of six security cameras, new electric light fixtures, and four post-mounted lights, per drawings received 15 December 2016, PROVIDED the security cameras are installed at discreet locations and a single electric lantern-type wall fixture is installed at the Avon Street main entrance with smaller light fixtures installed at cellar door and secondary Avon Street door. File new submission at DCRA with detailed and dimensioned drawings for review by the Commission.

No objection to concept design for extension of front-facing garage, installation of new garage door and front door, removal of existing window well at rear, and installation of new steel and glass window wall at rear, per supplemental drawings received 16 December 2016. File new submission at DCRA with detailed and dimensioned drawings for review by the Commission.