OG 09-304
HPA number
HPA 09-342
Property
Residence
Description
Alterations to rear and side facades, addition of gable at rear
Review Type
Concept - revised design
Recommendation
Returned without Action. Although there is no objection to the general concept of alterations to the rear facade, the case has been inactive for a period of time. Recommend further study of a concept design that retains the sense of separate buildings on the row, addresses roof drainage around the gable and is sensitive in the placement of window openings. File new submission of revised design with concept application for review by the Commission when ready.
OG 09-346
HPA number
HPA 09-412
Property
Residence
Description
Driveway and gate, alterations to curb cut
Review Type
Public Space Permit
Recommendation
Returned without Action. Public Space Permit application for driveway, gate and alterations to curb cut was withdrawn by written request of applicant.
OG 09-347
HPA number
HPA 09-413
Property
Residence
Description
Driveway and gate, alterations to curb cut
Review Type
Permit
Recommendation
Returned without Action. Permit application for driveway, gate and alterations to curb cut was withdrawn by written request of applicant.
OG 10-022
HPA number
HPA 10-041
Property
Residence
Description
Replacement windows
Review Type
Concept/Permit - additional information
Recommendation
Recommend AGAINST issuance of permit for replacement windows as proposed. Although there is no objection to the general concept of replacing existing windows with all-wood 2/2 window sashes with true-divided-lights muntins, proposed replacement window is not acceptable. File new submission of detailed and dimensioned drawings for an alternate window selection with permit application for review by the Commission when ready.
OG 10-029
HPA number
HPA 10-054
Property
Commercial
Description
Sign for Sprinkles
Review Type
Concept - revised design
Recommendation
No objection to concept design for proposed sign composed of pin-mounted letters no taller than 12-inches high reading 'Sprinkles' and one 'dot' logo as shown in supplemental drawings dated 25 January 2010. File new submission of permit application for review by the Commission when ready.
OG 10-030
HPA number
HPA 10-055
Property
Residence
Description
Rear addition and alterations
Review Type
Concept - revised design
Recommendation
No objection to concept design for proposed second story side addition and one-story rear addition, as well as sash replacements and gate alteration as shown in supplemental drawings received 21 January 2010. File new submission of working drawings including dimensions and details with permit application for review by the Commission when ready.
OG 10-045
HPA number
HPA 10-079
Property
Residence
Description
Replace basement metal windows with wood windows
Review Type
Permit
Recommendation
No objection to issuance of permit for proposed replacement of basement metal windows with double insulated all-wood awning windows as shown in supplemental drawings dated 21 January 2010. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the exterior design made during DCRA technical review must be re-submitted to the Commission for approval prior to issuance of permit.
OG 10-046
HPA number
HPA 10-082
Property
Residence
Description
Alterations to rear for new balcony and French doors
Review Type
Permit
Recommendation
Returned without Action. Submitted materials and a site visit of 20 January 2010 indicate that proposed balcony and alterations to rear will not be visible from public thoroughfare. Refer to the Historic Preservation Review Board.
OG 10-047
HPA number
HPA 10-089
Property
Georgetown University
Description
Rooftop antennas on Reiss Science Center
Review Type
Permit
Recommendation
Returned without Action. Submitted materials and a site visit of 20 January 2010 indicate that proposed roof top antennas at the Reiss Science Center will not be visible from public thoroughfare. Refer to the Historic Preservation Review Board.
OG 10-049
HPA number
HPA 10-100
Property
Georgetown University
Description
Rooftop antennas on Leavey Center for T-Mobile
Review Type
Permit
Recommendation
Returned without Action. Submitted materials and a site visit of 20 January 2010 indicate that proposed roof top antennas at the Leavey Center will not be visible from public thoroughfare. Refer to the Historic Preservation Review Board.
OG 10-051
HPA number
HPA 10-103
Property
Residence
Description
Replacement front door - existing
Review Type
Permit
Recommendation
The Commission regrets that front door was replaced prior to review or permit. Existing door is not appropriate to the character of this historic building. No objection to issuance of permit for proposed replacement of door with a 4-panel or 6-panel wood door to match neighbor's door. Door must be painted. Work must be completed no later than 30 June 2010. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the exterior design made during DCRA technical review must be re-submitted to the Commission for approval prior to issuance of permit.
OG 10-052
HPA number
HPA 10-104
Property
Restaurant and gallery
Description
Banner on side wall for J. Chocolatier
Review Type
Concept
Recommendation
No objection to general concept design for proposed woven fabric banner on side wall with lettering reading 'J Chocolatier' PROVIDED support brackets are not visible and installation is done through the mortar joints only. File new submission of working drawings, including details and dimensions, with permit application for review by the Commission when ready.
OG 10-053
HPA number
HPA 10-105
Property
Commercial
Description
Alterations to storefronts, awnings and signs for Brooks Brothers, elevator
Review Type
Concept
Recommendation
No objection to general concept design for proposed alterations to storefront, awnings, signs and elevator overrun as shown in supplemental drawings dated 17 February 2010. Recommend AGAINST proposed alterations to window openings on M St and to door opening on 31st St, and against proposed awnings on second floor windows. Recommend only one sign with letters no taller than 12 inches high above entrance and smaller sign above 31st St window. File new submission of working drawings, including details and dimensions, with permit application for review by the Commission when ready.
OG 10-055
HPA number
HPA 10-107
Property
Residence
Description
Parking pad, sliding gate, fence, alterations and re-grading of rear yard
Review Type
Concept
Recommendation
The Commission regrets that work on house beyond scope of previously approved design was completed prior to review or permit. No objection to general concept design for alterations to rear yard for parking pad and sliding gate as shown in supplemental drawings dated 21 January 2010. Recommend wider planting bed along property lines and additional measures be taken to protect root zone of large tree on adjacent neighbor's rear yard. File new submission of working drawings, including details, dimensions, landscape plan and arborist report, with permit application for completed work on rear of house and for alterations to rear yard for review by the Commission when ready.
OG 10-057
HPA number
HPA 10-110
Property
Residence
Description
Replacement copper roof
Review Type
Permit
Recommendation
No objection to issuance of permit for replacement of metal roof with new hand-seamed double lock copper roofing.
OG 10-059
HPA number
HPA 10-112
Property
Residence
Description
Pergola at rear
Review Type
Concept - revised design
Recommendation
No objection to concept design for proposed steel pergola as documented in drawings dated 26 January 2010. File new submission of working drawings, including details and dimensions, with permit application for review by the Commission when ready.
OG 10-060
HPA number
HPA 10-113
Property
Residence
Description
Raze shed, parking pad off rear alley, light fixtures
Review Type
Permit
Recommendation
No objection to issuance of permit for proposed demolition of rear shed and alterations for parking pad off rear alley as shown in supplemental drawings dated 26 January 2010 which indicate new paving will be porous. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the exterior design made during DCRA technical review must be re-submitted to the Commission for approval prior to issuance of permit.
OG 10-061
HPA number
HPA 10-114
Property
Residence
Description
Rear window alterations
Review Type
Permit
Recommendation
No objection to issuance of permit for proposed window alterations as shown in supplemental drawings dated 16 February 2010. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the exterior design made during DCRA technical review must be re-submitted to the Commission for approval prior to issuance of permit.
OG 10-062
HPA number
HPA 10-115
Property
Restaurant
Description
Awnings and signs for Georgetown Wing Co. and Crepe Amour
Review Type
Permit
Recommendation
No objection to issuance of permit for two proposed shed awnings with lettering reading 'Crepe Amour' and 'Georgetown Wing Co.' to replace awnings located above doors as shown in supplemental drawings dated 26 January 2010. No other sign or alteration is included in this submission. Applicant agreed to remove existing light fixtures and exposed electric conduit on facade. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the exterior design made during DCRA technical review must be re-submitted to the Commission for approval prior to issuance of permit.
OG 10-064
HPA number
HPA 10-117
Property
Restaurant
Description
Replacement storefront glass, repair and replacement-to-match
Review Type
Permit
Recommendation
No objection to issuance of permit for replacement of glass windows on projecting bays with clear laminated insulated double-pane safety glass windows and for repair of storefront with replacement-to-match of woodwork if repair is not possible, as shown in supplemental drawings dated 21 January 2010. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the exterior design made during DCRA technical review must be re-submitted to the Commission for approval prior to issuance of permit.
OG 10-065
HPA number
HPA 10-118
Property
Residence
Description
Alterations to rear wall for sliding gate and parking pad
Review Type
Permit
Recommendation
No objection to issuance of permit for proposed alterations to rear wall for painted wood sliding gate for parking pad as shown in supplemental information dated 16 February 2010 which indicate work will have no adverse impact on root zone of existing heritage elm tree on neighbor's back yard, which is a character defining feature on this residential alley. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the exterior design made during DCRA technical review must be re-submitted to the Commission for approval prior to issuance of permit.
OG 10-066
HPA number
HPA 09-414
Property
Residence
Description
2-story rear addition with basement, addition of dormers
Review Type
Concept design development
Recommendation
No objection to concept design development as shown in supplemental drawings dated 4 February 2010. Recommend siding on east facade of first floor projection beyond second floor and on west facade of second floor addition; expression of brick party wall at second floor; mechanical equipment located below deck; extension of west fence in front of addition; and resolution of the height of the east fence. Recommend against proposed skylight and transom on kitchen window. File new submission of working drawings, including dimensions and details, with permit application for review by the Commission when ready.
OG 10-067
HPA number
HPA 10-119
Property
Residence
Description
2-Story rear addition, replacement windows
Review Type
Permit
Recommendation
No objection to issuance of permit for proposed two-story rear addition and replacement of front windows as shown in supplemental drawings dated 17 February 2010 which indicate 1 3/4-inch wide true-divided-lite muntins and historic sill on new 2/2 windows; and use of downlight fixtures on rear. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the exterior design made during DCRA technical review must be re-submitted to the Commission for approval prior to issuance of permit.
OG 10-068
HPA number
HPA 10-120
Property
Residence
Description
Alterations, bay window, replacement windows and doors
Review Type
Concept
Recommendation
No objection to general concept design of proposed alterations and replacement of windows and French doors PROVIDED new lights do not have horizontal proportions. Recommend AGAINST skylight and extension of basement into front areaway. Recommend smaller windows to either side of chimney. File new submission of working drawings, including dimensions and details, with permit application for review by the Commission when ready.
OG 10-069
HPA number
HPA 10-121
Property
Restaurant
Description
Sign for Farmers and Fishers, existing banners
Review Type
Permit
Recommendation
The Commission regrets that banners with lettering, logo and menu were installed prior to review or permit. No objection to issuance of permit for proposed sign composed of 16-inch high non-illuminated letters reading 'F & F' mounted to entrance marquee. Recommend AGAINST issuance of permit for existing banners, which were not approved and must be removed no later than 30 June 2010. File new submission of working drawings, including details and dimensions, for replacement awnings with new lettering on valance, with permit application for review by the Commission when ready. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the exterior design made during DCRA technical review must be re-submitted to the Commission for approval prior to issuance of permit.
OG 10-072
HPA number
HPA 10-127
Property
Georgetown University
Description
Rooftop addition and cellular antennas on Leavey Center
Review Type
Concept
Recommendation
Returned without Action. Submitted materials indicate that proposed roof top addition and new cellular antennas will not be visible from public thoroughfare. Refer to the Historic Preservation Review Board.
OG 10-073
HPA number
HPA 10-128
Property
Residence
Description
Replacement fence
Review Type
Permit
Recommendation
Returned without Action. Submitted materials indicate that proposed replacement of rear fence with 6-ft and 7-ft high wood vertical board fence will not be visible from public thoroughfare. Refer to the Historic Preservation Review Board.
OG 10-074
HPA number
HPA 10-131
Property
Residence
Description
Terrace expansion
Review Type
Permit
Recommendation
Returned without Action. Submitted materials and a site visit of 20 January 2010 indicate that proposed terrace expansion will not be visible from a public thoroughfare. Refer to the Historic Preservation Review Board.
OG 10-081
HPA number
HPA 10-149
Property
Commercial
Description
Sign for Sprinkles
Review Type
Permit
Recommendation
No objection to issuance of permit for proposed sign composed of pin-mounted letters no taller than 12-inches high reading 'Sprinkles' and one 'dot' logo. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the exterior design made during DCRA technical review must be re-submitted to the Commission for approval prior to issuance of permit.
OG 10-092
HPA number
HPA 10-161
Property
Residence
Description
Replacement windows at rear - existing
Review Type
Permit
Recommendation
Returned without Action. Submitted materials and a site visit during concept review (OG 09-315) indicate that replacement windows at rear facade will not be visible from public thoroughfare. Refer to the Historic Preservation Review Board.