Old Georgetown Appendix: CFA Meeting — 20 June 2024

Returned without action. Concept application for trash enclosure, deck, and lighting has been inactive for an extended period of time. File new concept submission at DOB with detailed and dimensioned drawings for review by the Commission.

Return without action. Concept application for an addition and renovation at Blues Alley was withdrawn at the written request of the applicant on 13 June 2024.

Recommend AGAINST issuance of permit for rooftop solar panels and associated permit, per materials received 12 January 2024. Application has been inactive for an extended period of time and the submitted documentation is insufficient for review. File new permit submission at DOB with detailed and dimensioned drawings for review by the Commission.

Returned without action. Concept application was superseded by permit application OG 24-226, HPA 24-291.

No objection to issuance of permit to rebuild the rear masonry wall due to structural failure and to construct a one-story rear frame addition at the basement level with an open wood porch at the first level and enclose the upper level screen porch with glazing, per supplemental materials received 5 June 2024, which indicate the existing windows will be salvaged and reinstalled and the rear wood gate will be replaced in-kind. 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 gate at 31st Street complex entrance, fenestration alterations, and signage, per supplemental materials received 28 June 2024, PROVIDED the free-standing sign at the new gate is lowered to be no taller than the gate piers, the window-door-window configuration at 1228 1/2 is restudied, proposed mailboxes are pushed back away from the front bay of building, and NO placards are installed as part of the signage plan. Note that signs should not be included in final permit package, and should instead be submitted separately as tenants move in. File permit submission at DOB with detailed and dimensioned drawings for review by the Commission. Floor plans must be included in permit documentation, as well as existing and proposed mailboxes.

No objection to concept design for rear addition, per supplemental materials received 23 May 2024, PROVIDED option B is further developed and the applicant revise the fenestration, particularly on the south elevation and the applicant study a further reduction in height and footprint. File permit submission at DOB with detailed and dimensioned drawings for review by the Commission.

No objection to issuance of permit to rebuild select portions of existing brick garden walls using salvaged brick, install two post-mounted electric light fixtures on rebuilt driveway entry piers, replace wood fence and gate east of driveway, and install cedar lattice on the building wall on the east side of the driveway, per supplemental materials received 16 May 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 wood fence and gate to match existing, per supplemental materials received 28 April 2024, PROVIDED the height, design, and material remain the same as 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.

No objection to issuance of permit to replace the glazing in the storefront windows and doors on both the east and south elevations, restoration of the divided-light transom window on the east elevation, and installation of a non-illuminated, pin-mounted sign reading, "Housebar" in 10-inch letters on a painted wood backer set within the existing storefront transom opening on the south elevation, per supplemental materials received 30 May 2024, which indicate the dropped ceiling on the interior will be faced with natural wood where visible through the existing 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.

Returned without action. Concept application for rear addition and alterations is a duplicate of concept application filed under OG 24-193 / HPA 24-233.

Recommend AGAINST issuance of permit for replacement of standing-seam metal roof with asphalt shingles. Submitted materials are insufficient for review, and proposed work may be incompatible with historic district.

No objection to issuance of permit for alterations to the front and rear of property, per supplemental materials received 4 June 2024, PROVIDED the rear French doors are simulated-divided-light with an interior spacer bar, only one coat of LoE is applied to the third surface and the exterior muntins of both the front and rear doors are putty profile. 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 outdoor seating area, including new planters, chairs, tables, and umbrellas, per supplemental materials received 29 May 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 removal of existing “Alice + Olivia, By Stacey Bendet” sign for installation of new pin-mounted, non-illuminated sign reading “Alice + Olivia, By Stacey Bendet,” per supplemental materials received 12 June 2024, PROVIDED the letters are installed 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 installation of solar panels on the southern roof slope, per supplemental materials received 23 May 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. File permit submission at DOB with detailed and dimensioned drawings for review by the Commission.

No objection to issuance of permit for non-illuminated sign reading “Glowbar,” per supplemental materials received 23 May 2024, which indicate that the letters would be installed 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 replacement of 6-panel solid wood door at front to match existing, per supplemental materials received 28 May 2024, PROVIDED the stiles, panels, and rails match dimensions of existing. File permit submission at DOB with detailed and dimensioned drawings for review by the Commission.

No objection to issuance of permit for site work, per supplemental materials received 28 May 2024, which show the existing iron fence along the front property line shall be retained, and the existing iron gate shall be reused when relocated. 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 all windows at second and third floors with wood, double-glazed, SDL windows, installation of three new sconces, and new signage, including "The Holt Building" on the masonry above the storefront, a pin-mounted sign reading "The Dripbar," and a pin-mounted sign reading "V-Tech," per supplemental materials received 4 June 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 the removal of storefront awnings and the installation of a wall sign above the front entry, per materials received 17 May 2024, PROVIDED option B is submitted for permit with letters in a uniform height and the applicant study an individually pin-mounted option, the vinyl door decal is removed, the gutter and downspout painted to match the brick, and existing floodlights removed. File permit submission at DOB with detailed and dimensioned drawings for review by the Commission.

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

No objection to issuance of permit for seven temporary concrete planters as a security feature in the public right-of-way, per materials received 17 May 2024, which indicate that a permanent solution will be submitted for review by the Commission after the building renovation and addition is completed. 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 two halo-lit signs reading “Barnes & Noble,” per supplemental materials received 23 May 2024, which indicate that one sign would be installed on the M Street facade above the entrance, and one would be installed on the Thomas Jefferson façade between the second and third floors, PROVIDED all letters are installed 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.

The Commission regrets that work commenced without permit. No objection to issuance of permit to replace slate roofing on the north roof slope only, per supplemental materials received 30 May 2024, PROVIDED a sample is submitted for review and no changes are made to the fascia, trim, gutters, or downspouts without review by the Commission. 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 fenestration alterations to the rear and window, door, and light fixture replacement on the front elevation, per supplemental materials received 5 June 2024, PROVIDED the applicant submit any proposed changes to the location of the existing electric meter to the Commission for review. 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 replacement of vinyl frieze windows at the top floor with single-glazed wood windows, replacement of the garage doors at the carriage house with doors that fit the openings, and replacement of the metal pedestrian gate at the entrance to the rear yard with a solid wood gate, per supplemental materials received 4 June 2024, PROVIDED screens are installed inside windows instead of outside. File permit submission at DOB with detailed and dimensioned drawings for review by the Commission.

No objection to issuance of permit for installation of double doors at the front, fenestration alterations at the rear, window and door replacements at the rear, and a new window well at the rear, per supplemental materials received 28 May 2024, PROVIDED as many original interior finishes as possible are retained. 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 facade alterations, per supplemental materials received 24 May 2024, which indicate the vinyl siding at the rear would be replaced with 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.

No objection to issuance of permit for fenestration alterations on the north (rear) elevation, per supplemental materials received 23 May 2024, PROVIDED only one coat of loE is applied to the third surface. 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 reconstruction of brick wall, per materials received 17 May 2024, which indicate new wall will match old wall that was destroyed in a vehicular accident. 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. Submission materials and a site visit on 21 May 2024 indicate proposed addition and alterations would not be visible from a public thoroughfare. Refer to Historic Preservation Review Board.

No objection to issuance of permit for rear two-story addition, per supplemental materials received 29 May 2024, PROVIDED the corner remnants of the rear wall at the second floor remain legible and intact. 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 demolition of existing 1920s garage for construction of new garage, per supplemental materials received 22 May 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 a window well on the west elevation and a replacement door and steps for the front basement entry, per supplemental materials received 30 May 2024, PROVIDED the applicant furnish additional detailed drawings for the stair, railing, and underpinning and the applicant consider a paneled door for the basement entry. File permit submission at DOB with detailed and dimensioned drawings for review by the Commission.

No objection to issuance of permit for 2-story rooftop addition, per supplemental materials received 4 June 2024, PROVIDED a materials mockup is built on site for approval by the OGB prior to construction. Note that the mechanical penthouse was removed from 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 issuance of permit for repair of chimney, per supplemental materials received 24 May 2024, PROVIDED a stronger capacity mortar is used than the proposed Type O/350 psi. Any replaced brick must 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.

No objection to issuance of permit for a rear addition; new wood pergola, replacement fencing and a flagstone patio in the rear yard; and, fenestration alterations to the south elevation of the existing brick addition and west elevation of the historic house, per supplemental materials received 10 June 2024, PROVIDED the metal roofing has hand-formed seams and ridges and any new or replacement siding is 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.

No objection to concept design for replacement of the c 1992 Kalwall roof on the structures that sit along 34th Street at the rear of Halcyon house, per supplemental materials received 24 May 2024. File permit submission at DOB with detailed and dimensioned drawings for review by the Commission.