Old Georgetown Appendix: CFA Meeting — 21 March 2024

Returned without action. Concept application superseded by permit application OG 23-109, HPA 23-183

No objection to concept design for demolition of existing 1975 guard house for the construction of a new residence, construction of a new residence on the Reservoir Road street frontage, and alterations to cottage, garage, and the workshop and laundry building, per supplemental materials received 23 February 2024, PROVIDED Option 1 is used for the porch enclosure at the rear of the cottage, Option 2 is used for the rear elevation of the new guard house, and the porch height is increased on the new guard house. File permit submission at DOB with detailed and dimensioned drawings for review by the Commission.

No objection to concept design for rear addition, new garage, and window replacements, per supplemental materials received 22 February 2024. File permit submission at DOB with detailed and dimensioned drawings for review by the Commission.

No objection to issuance of permit for new asphalt paving to replace the existing gravel parking area in front of the Potomac Boat Club, per supplemental materials received 20 February 2024, which indicate that new curbs would be installed. 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.

Returned without action. Concept application for enclosure at front has been inactive for an extended period of time and may be inappropriate for the historic district.

No objection to issuance of permit for one pin-mounted sign reading "City Sliders" above entrance, per supplemental materials received 11 January 2024. No additional signage should be installed without CFA/OGB review, including awnings, banners, or window signage. Separate violation for vinyl windows, which was submitted under a separate application (OG 24-079, HPA 24-085), must be corrected. 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 storefront alterations and new signage for Housebar, per supplemental materials received 17 February 2024, which indicate the new show windows would be clear glass without applied film, and that the finished drop ceiling would be set back several inches from the storefront window. File permit submission at DOB with detailed and dimensioned drawings for review by the Commission.

Returned without action. Permit application for installation of solar panels on roof was withdrawn at the written request of the applicant on 27 February 2024.

Recommend AGAINST issuance of permit for replacement windows and trim. Submitted materials are insufficient for review and proposed work may be inappropriate for the historic district. File new submission at DOB with detailed and dimensioned drawings for review by the Commission.

No objection to concept design for front facade alterations and a new rear addition, per supplemental materials received 7 February 2024, which indicate that the colonial-revival elements on the front facade, including the existing multi-pane windows and door surround, will be retained. File permit submission at DOB with detailed and dimensioned drawings for review by the Commission.

No objection to concept design for installation of metal railing and replacement of basement door, per supplemental materials received 15 February 2024, which indicate that the exterior basement stair would be retained as is, and the existing metal stair with crested brackets would remain in place. File permit submission at DOB with detailed and dimensioned drawings for review by the Commission.

No objection to issuance of revised permit for site work, including a new pool, new landscaping, new paving, new fencing, and changes to site walls, per supplemental materials received 15 February 2024, which indicate changes to the approved door and stair configuration at the northeast bumpout addition. 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 solar panels on the southern roof slope, per supplemental materials received 22 February 2024, which indicate conduit and all equipment would be installed on the rear elevation, PROVIDED all future applications for panel installations on the south side of Winfield are carefully considered for visibility from 35th Street. 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 solar panels on the southern roof slope, per supplemental materials received 22 February 2024, which indicate conduit and all equipment would be installed on the rear elevation, PROVIDED all future applications for panel installations on the south side of Winfield are carefully considered for visibility from 35th Street. 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 new halo-lit sign reading “Han Palace,” per supplemental materials received 23 February 2024, which indicate that the letters would be installed on a panel, and the fronts and sides of the letters would be opaque. The sign at the second floor would be removed. 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 in-kind replacement of fabric awnings for J. McLaughlin, per supplemental materials received 4 March 2024, which indicate that the existing window decals will be retained and a new decal reading "J.McL." will be applied to the center window next to the M Street entrance. 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 a new mural at the CitizenM Hotel (currently under construction), per supplemental materials received 29 February 2024. Signage is not included in the approved scope and should be submitted as a separate concept application when ready.

Recommend AGAINST issuance of permit for replacement of existing natural slate roof with a synthetic slate product as proposed. Work proposed in this permit application was observed to be underway during a 21 February 2024 site visit, and the matter was referred to the D.C. Historic Preservation Office.

No objection to issuance of permit for new signage for Alara, per materials received 16 February 2024, which are consistent with the previously approved concept. 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 roof replacement, per supplemental materials received 4 March 2024, which indicate that Slateline shingles in an antique slate color are specified. 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 revised concept design for a new three-story addition and landscape alterations at Kesher Israel Congregation, per materials received 16 February 2024. File permit submission at DOB with detailed and dimensioned drawings for review by the Commission.

No objection to concept design for installation of solar panel arrays on the Fisher Physical Education Center and the Nolan Performing Arts Center on the Georgetown Visitation Preparatory School campus, per materials received 16 February 2024, which indicate that the installations will not be visible from public space. File permit submission at DOB with detailed and dimensioned drawings for review by the Commission.

No objection to issuance of permit for replacement of rooftop mechanical systems for increased occupancy, per supplemental materials received 23 February 2024, which indicate that the equipment will be minimally visible from public space. 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 a pin-mounted, halo-lit sign reading “Poliform,” per supplemental materials received 4 March 2024, which indicate that no the applied vinyl signage will be installed in the windows, PROVIDED the fronts and sides of the letters are opaque. File permit submission at DOB with detailed and dimensioned drawings for review by the Commission.

No objection to issuance of permit for installation of a 23 panel solar array and associated equipment, per supplemental materials received 26 February 2024, which indicate that the installation will be not be visible from public space, PROVIDED the conduit is installed next to the existing HVAC conduit along the rear wall. 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 new shade structure at rooftop pool, per supplemental materials received 22 February 2024, PROVIDED the smaller shade structure is used with the decorative columns, and the existing railing is simply extended up for back columns. File permit submission at DOB with detailed and dimensioned drawings for review by the Commission.

No objection to issuance of permit for site work at rooftop pool, per supplemental materials received 16 February 2024, including removal of planters, new pavers, and significant work to the pool. New shade structure was 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 enclosure of second-floor porch, installation of seating area outside enclosed porch on roof of ground-floor addition, and alterations at fourth-floor dormer, per supplemental materials received 26 February 2024. 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 standing-seam metal roof, per supplemental materials received 26 February 2024, PROVIDED the roof color is Cityscape, and the seams and ridge are hand-crimped and match existing. 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.

Returned without action. Concept application and drawings received 16 February 2024 indicate that the scope of work will not be visible from the public way. Refer to Historic Preservation Review Board.

No objection to issuance of permit for repair of the existing front metal stair, installation of new railing, and window replacement, per supplemental materials received 4 March 2024, which indicate that the existing double-hung windows at the rear will be retained and repaired. 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 installation of new signage for Onare, per supplemental materials received 26 February 2024, which indicate that the existing blade sign stanchions will be reused and the mounting hardware for the plaque at the entrance will be driven through the mortar joints. File permit submission at DOB with detailed and dimensioned drawings for review by the Commission.

No objection to concept design for alterations to the Scott-Grant House, including significant changes to the interior plan, lowering the ground floor by 2 ft, expanding the footprint of the mechanical room, altering openings at the rear areaway, installing windows in blind openings, and installing new window openings at the first and second floors of the enclosed brick portion of the rear porch, as well as site work, per supplemental materials received 22 February 2024, PROVIDED the existing windows at the rear second-floor enclosed porch are retained. File permit submission at DOB with detailed and dimensioned drawings for review by the Commission.

No objection to issuance of permit for alterations at garage and terrace, per supplemental materials received 23 February 2024, PROVIDED Option 1 is used for the brick infill at the parapet. 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 alterations, including enclosure of rear addition and fenestration alterations, per supplemental materials received 16 February 2024. 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 signage for Tatte Bakery & Cafe, per supplemental materials received 5 March 2024, which indicate that a single blade sign, only on Wisconsin Avenue, NW, will be installed. 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.