OG 09-192
The Commission regrets that projecting sing and light fixtures were installed prior to review or permit. No objection to issuance of permit for two proposed replacement lights above existing pin-mounted sign provided exposed conduit and entrance spot lights are removed as shown in supplemental specification and information dated 18 June 2009. Existing projecting sign and bracket were not approved, were deleted from this permit application, and must be removed no later than 31 October 2009. 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 09-218
Recommend AGAINST issuance of permit for proposed roof deck over sloping shed roof of one-story rear addition, which is not appropriate to this house or its context in the historic district. Note is made that applicant did not attend the meeting where this project was reviewed.
OG 09-254
Recommend AGAINST issuance of permit for proposed alterations to two original first floor windows for new show windows as shown in supplemental drawings dated 18 June 2009.
OG 09-267
No objection to issuance of permit for proposed installation of four 1/1 single hung insulated wood replacement windows on front facade, two 1/1 double hung insulated wood windows at rear and replacement of rear door with simulated-divided-lites, all to match configuration, detail and profile of existing windows and sized to fit masonry opening, as shown in supplemental drawings dated 15 July and 24 July 2009 which indicate 1 3/8 inch high subsill and half-screens. 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 09-268
No objection to issuance of permit for proposed replacement metal landing and either the preferred straight stairs option or spiral stairs option as shown in supplemental drawings dated 18 June 2009. 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 09-271
No objection to general concept design for proposed rear addition and alterations to window on storefront. Recommend AGAINST lowering of entry door and first floor structure. Recommend door surround be removed and transom repaired to original condition, introducing a recess along alley wall to demarcate addition, and widening of shop window only. File new submission of construction drawings, including details and dimensions, with permit application for review by the Commission when ready.
OG 09-272
OG 09-273
OG 09-274
The Commission regrets that electric and gas light fixtures were installed prior to review or permit. No objection to issuance of permit for proposed shutters and electric light fixtures as shown in supplemental drawings dated 9 July 2009 which indicate no shutters on tri-partite window and retention of original shutters dogs. Existing gas light fixtures were not approved and must be replaced with electric fixtures no later than 31 October 2009. Recommend windows on second floor be replaced with single-glazed windows sized to fit masonry opening to match detailing and profile of existing windows. 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 09-275
OG 09-276
OG 09-277
OG 09-278
The Commission regrets that sign and light fixtures were installed prior to review or permit. No objection to issuance of permit for back-lit sign composed of 12-inch high pin-mounted black aluminum channel letters which, as proposed, conforms to previous recommendations under case OG 09-028. No other sign is proposed. Existing light fixtures must be removed and the brick repaired to original conditions no later than 31 October 2009. 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 09-280
OG 09-281
OG 09-282
OG 09-283
No objection to issuance of permit for two wall mounted metal signs ONLY as shown in supplemental drawings dated 10 July 2009. Projecting sign was not approved and is deleted from this permit application. The Commission supports a waiver for the sign mounted on the wall facing the 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. Sign scheme to be reconsidered when restoration of front facade to original condition is pursued. Note is made that work at one-story rear wing is in progress prior to review and without permit, and that work on front building does not conform to approved design (see case OG 09-075).