Old Georgetown Appendix: CFA Meeting — 16 May 2024

Returned without action. Concept application has been inactive for an extended period of time. Permit application (OG 24-126, HPA 24-263) submitted for review.

Recommend AGAINST issuance of permit for installation of solar panels on roof, per supplemental materials received 12 January 2024 due to exposed equipment on front elevation. See concept application OG 24-131, HPA 24-268 for approved layout and equipment location.

Returned without action. Concept application for addition at the rear was withdrawn at the written request of the applicant.

No objection to concept design for rear three-story addition, per supplemental materials received 22 April 2024, PROVIDED Option B is used in permit submission for rear addition and side entrance and canopy. File permit submission at DOB with detailed and dimensioned drawings for review by the Commission.

No objection to design development for 2-story rooftop addition, per supplemental materials received 29 April 2024, which shows Option 1 used in the window design. Note that the mechanical penthouse was removed from scope. File permit submission at DOB with detailed and dimensioned drawings for review by the Commission.

No objection to issuance of permit for an interior renovation with rooftop ductwork and exhaust associated with the new kitchen for the adjacent hotel and an aluminum pergola in the rear yard, per supplemental materials received __ May 2024, PROVIDED the rooftop ductwork and exhaust is painted a medium gray color. 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 rear addition and alterations to the front facade, per supplemental materials received 17 April 2024. File permit submission at DOB with detailed and dimensioned drawings for review by the Commission.

No objection to issuance of permit to construct a new metal and glass pavilion with a brick base, changes to the associated landscape, and a replacement egress window, door, railings, and new exterior ramp to the existing ballroom, per supplemental materials received 7 May 2024, PROVIDED the pavilion framing matches the color sample labeled "light bronze". 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 window repair, per materials received 12 April 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 alterations at pedestrian alley at the south of the building, including widening of stairs, replacement of two basement windows with in-swinging windows, and installation of grates on two window wells, per supplemental materials received 22 April 2024, which indicate the 5/8" standard muntin will be used on the new windows. 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 metal railing and replacement of basement door, per supplemental materials received 22 April 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. 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 was installed without OGB review or approval. No objection to issuance of permit for new sign for Computer Plus, per supplemental materials received 16 April 2024, which indicate removal of the pole and pole sign in yard, and installation of a new wall sign reading only "Computer Plus," which would be mounted at the mortar joints. 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 site work, per supplemental materials received 1 May 2024, which show the existing iron fence along the front property line is retained, the existing iron gate is reused when relocated, and full elevations of the metal fence and wood privacy fence are submitted with the permit application. File permit submission at DOB with detailed and dimensioned drawings for review by the Commission.

Returned without action. Permit application is a duplicate of OG 24-139 and was withdrawn at the written request of the applicant on 23 April 2024.

No objection to issuance of permit for site alterations, per supplemental materials received 26 April 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 alterations to historic rowhouse in preparation for further development of the block, per supplemental materials received 23 April 2024, including demolition of a 1960s 3-story addition at the rear. The application aligns with the concept approval for the overall redevelopment of the block (OG 23-199, HPA 23-309). 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 to replace two non-historic casement windows and door on the first floor of the rear elevation, per supplemental materials received 29 April 2024, which indicate the windows and door will be double-glazed wood. 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 concept design for alterations to stoop. Submitted documentation is insufficient for review, and scope of work may be inappropriate for the historic district. File new concept submission at DOB with detailed and dimensioned drawings for review by the Commission.

No objection to issuance of permit for replacement of roof, including membrane roof and two sides of slate roof at projecting bay, per supplemental materials received 24 April 2024, PROVIDED samples of the existing and proposed slate are provided to and approved by staff prior to installation. 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 one-story addition on the west side of the existing garage, per supplemental materials received 22 April 2024. File permit submission at DOB with detailed and dimensioned drawings for review by the Commission.

No objection to issuance of permit for signage for Mozza, including a main sign reading “Mozza” at the front parapet, a secondary wall sign reading “Osteria Enoteca Mercato,” applied vinyl signs at the double entrance doors, and a new linear light only over the secondary sign, per supplemental materials received 19 April 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 halo-lit wall-mounted sign reading “Skims,” installation of vinyl signs at two storefront windows, and replacement of aluminum cladding at one transom, per supplemental materials received 18 April 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.

Recommend AGAINST issuance of permit for alterations to historic storefront. The Commission regrets that alterations were made without review, as the alterations to the front entrance are incompatible with the historic district. File new submission at DOB for reconstruction of previously existing storefront entryway for review by the Commission.

No objection to concept design for site work, per supplemental materials received 19 April 2024, PROVIDED the existing jog in the retaining wall is maintained in the new wall, the existing historic brick is reused, and the height and location of the fireplace and chimney are restudied to decrease impact on neighboring properties. File permit submission at DOB with detailed and dimensioned drawings, including full and detailed documentation of the existing historic masonry wall, for review by the Commission.

No objection to concept design for signage, per materials received 12 April 2024, PROVIDED the signs are not internally illuminated and the wall sign is removed from the proposal. File permit submission at DOB with detailed and dimensioned drawings for review by the Commission.

No objection to issuance of permit for replacement of windows using double-glazed, aluminum-clad wood with one coat of LoE on the third surface and replacement of the doors in-kind with wood replacements, per supplemental materials received __ May 2024, PROVIDED the windows are painted a beige color to complement the cast stone detailing of the building and half screens are used. 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 solar panels on rear roof slope, per supplemental materials received 18 April 2024, which indicate that all associated equipment and conduit would be installed on the rear elevation. All future applications for panel installations on the south side of Winfield must be carefully considered for visibility from 35th Street. File permit submission at DOB with detailed and dimensioned drawings for review by the Commission.

No objection to issuance of permit for a new mural, depicting a rowing scene, painted on the east building wall at the CitizenM Hotel (currently under construction), per supplemental materials received 24 March 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 proposed landscape alterations, including a replica decorative metal fence on existing masonry wall at the front of the property and new hardscape, plantings, and structures including a trellis, fountains, and garden shed in the rear yard, per supplemental materials received 24 April 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 concept design for new transformer building for MedStar development, per supplemental materials received 24 April 2024, PROVIDED material samples are submitted to staff prior to submission of permit application. File permit submission at DOB with detailed and dimensioned drawings for review by the Commission.