Old Georgetown Appendix: CFA Meeting — 19 October 2023

Recommend AGAINST concept design for fabric awnings and signage for Kabul Castle Kabob. Submitted documentation is not sufficient for review. Property is in violation, including illegal signs, inappropriate windows at second floor, inappropriate stair on side of main block of building, vinyl handrails, and incompatible work at the northernmost opening on 28th Street that does not match approved drawings. File new submission at DOB with detailed and dimensioned drawings for review by the Commission.

No objection to issuance of permit for the installation of a banner sign for second-floor tenant reading "Tattoo Culture," per supplemental materials received 10 October 2023, PROVIDED all penetrations are through the mortar joints and not the brick. Documentation indicates the layout shown in Option B will be used, the banner will measure 62" x 22" and be made of black Sunbrella fabric, and the mounting brackets will measure 4" square. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DOB technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval prior to the issuance of a permit.

Recommend AGAINST issuance of permit. Proposed alterations to door surround, deck, and light fixtures are incompatible with the historic district and documentation is incomplete, per supplemental materials received 25 May 2023. File new submission at DOB with detailed and dimensioned drawings for review by the Commission.

Returned without action. Concept application superseded by concept application OG 23-351 / HPA 23-558.

No objection to issuance of permit for repair of existing original metal front stair, as per materials received 26 September 2023, PROVIDED as many parts of the stair are retained and repaired as possible and any replaced parts match original design. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DOB technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval prior to the issuance of a permit.

Recommend AGAINST issuance of permit. Submitted materials are insufficient for review. File new submission at DOB with detailed and dimensioned drawings for review by the Commission.

No objection to the concept design to rebuild the rear building wall due to structural failure and replace siding, per supplemental materials received 28 August 2023. Materials indicate the existing railing, light fixtures, gutters, and doors would be salvaged and reinstalled, and wood would be used for the siding; the balcony enlargement has been removed from the project scope.

No objection to issuance of permit for installation of solar panels on roof, per supplemental materials received 6 September 2023, which indicate, along with a mockup completed on site by staff, that the panels and equipment would not be visible from the public way. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DOB technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval prior to the issuance of a permit.

No objection to issuance of permit for a halo-lit, pin-mounted sign reading, "Rails," per supplemental materials received 19 September 2023, PROVIDED no part of the edge or front face of the lettering is translucent or illuminated and all penetrations are through the mortar joints and not the brick. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DOB technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval prior to the issuance of a permit.

No objection to issuance of permit for storefront alterations at two openings within the courtyard, per supplemental materials received 13 September 2023. Awnings were removed from scope and will be submitted under a separate application. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DOB technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval prior to the issuance of a permit.

No objection to issuance of permit for replacement of windows at the front facade using double-glazed, simulated-divided-light wood windows with one coat of LoE, per supplemental materials received 15 September 2023; the door replacement has been removed from the project scope. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DOB technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval prior to the issuance of a permit.

No objection to concept design to demolish and reconfigure the existing side yard entrance stairs and site wall, and to install a new fence and gate, per supplemental materials received 27 September 2023, PROVIDED Option 1 is used for new site wall if feasible with location of underground utilities, custom brick is used for curving sections. and orb finial details on the proposed new fence are cast and painted. File permit submission at DOB with detailed and dimensioned drawings for review by the Commission.

Recommend AGAINST issuance of permit. Proposed painted sign and two gooseneck light fixtures are inappropriate in the historic district.

No objection to issuance of permit for alterations for Citibank, including, removal of existing awnings, storefront alterations, restoration of existing 12/12 double-hung windows, and interior changes, per supplemental materials received 10 October 2023. Note that the conceptually-approved signage will be submitted at a later date under a separate package. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DOB technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval prior to the issuance of a permit.

No objection to issuance of permit for replacement of existing roof membrane and select slate tiles, per supplemental materials received 28 September 2023. Materials indicate the replacement slate would be compatible with the existing slates tiles, which would be selectively replaced only if found to be damaged and not salvageable. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DOB technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval prior to the issuance of a permit.

No objection to issuance of permit for extension in height of existing wood fence to 7 feet, per supplemental materials received 25 September 2023. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DOB 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 replacement of two steel lintels at the side and rear of the house, and associated replacement of brick, per materials received 15 September 2023. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DOB technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval prior to the issuance of a permit.

No objection to issuance of permit for repairs to the bell tower and alterations to the walkway, per supplemental materials received 4 October 2023, PROVIDED one chime is retained for the church records. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DOB technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval prior to the issuance of a permit.

No objection to issuance of permit for a new sign reading "Gold’s Gym" on the Georgetown Park building at the corner closest to the Georgetown Market, per materials received 15 September 2023. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DOB technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval prior to the issuance of a permit.

The Commission regrets that signage for Wisconsin Nails and Waxing was installed without review or approval. No objection to issuance of permit for signage, per supplemental materials received 25 September 2023, PROVIDED the existing sign is removed from the transom above the door, and the phone number is removed from the sign at the second-floor window. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DOB technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval prior to the issuance of a permit.

No objection to concept design for demolition of existing shed, construction of new retaining wall and stair, and new wood fence, per supplemental materials received 27 September 2023. File permit submission at DOB with detailed and dimensioned drawings for review by the Commission.

No objection to issuance of permit for removal of 1960s stone and metal stair for reconstruction of brick and stone stair to match original, per materials received 15 September 2023. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DOB technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval prior to the issuance of a permit.

No objection to issuance of permit for installation of fencing and gates, per supplemental materials received 25 September 2023. Materials indicate the new double-leaf vehicular gate at the head of the property's driveway would be 5'-6" x 12'; the two pedestrian gates would be 5'-6" x 4' each; and the two segments of fencing would be 5'-6" x 63' at the west and 5'-6" x 60' at the east. Design of the fencing and gates is intended to match the historic fencing seen at the perimeter of the adjoining property along R Street, NW. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DOB technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval prior to the issuance of a permit.

No objection to concept design for modifications and renovations to existing frame house, per materials received 15 September 2023, PROVIDED the interior is documented before demolition / reconfiguration and photographs are included in permit submission, and utility boxes are relocated to side or rear of house when rebuilding front stoop. File permit submission at DOB with detailed and dimensioned drawings for review by the Commission.

No objection to concept design for alteration to front door and replacement of windows, per supplemental materials received 26 September 2023. File permit submission at DOB with detailed and dimensioned drawings for review by the Commission.

Recommend AGAINST issuance of permit. Permit application for alterations has been inactive for an extended period of time and may be incompatible with the historic district. File new submission at DOB with detailed and dimensioned drawings for review by the Commission.

No objection to issuance of permit for alterations to outdoor terrace at Farmers Fishers Bakers, including new glass and steel canopies with built-in operable fabric canopies and new railings, per supplemental materials received 6 October 2023, PROVIDED material samples of white powder-coated system and awning fabric are provided to OGB staff to circulate to Board. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DOB technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval prior to the issuance of a permit.

No objection to issuance of permit for an individually pin-mounted sign on existing storefront cornice, with 12-inch lettering reading, "Clare V.," per supplemental materials received 21 September 2023. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DOB technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval prior to the issuance of a permit.

No objection to issuance of permit for a wood pergola in the rear yard, per materials received 15 September 2023. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DOB technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval prior to the issuance of a permit.

No objection to the concept design for modifications and additions to the existing house and landscape, per supplemental materials received 26 September 2023. Scope of work includes the enclose of the existing south porch with new facades and the addition of a second floor; installation of new taller first floor windows; replacement of 3 rear dormers with one shed dormer; and construction of a new pool and two garden follies; and extensive interior renovations. File permit submission at DOB with detailed and dimensioned drawings for review by the Commission.