Shipstead-Luce Appendix: CFA Meeting — 15 September 2021

Returned without action. Permit submission for the construction of one replacement deck, two new free-standing decks, replacement stairs, and new and replacement retaining walls, and for the installation of new site lighting, a new cabana, a new pergola, a new gas grille, a new gas fire pit, and new and replacement paving in the rear and side yards of an existing house, as shown in materials received and dated 7 May 2021, has been superseded by permit submission SL 21-131. Refer to National Park Service.

No objection to the concept for the enclosure of several bays of the existing open arcade of an office building, including the corner bay, as shown in supplemental materials received and dated 14 September 2021. Signs shown in the submitted documents are placeholders only and are not included in this review. Recommend consultation with staff prior to submission for permit. Refer to DC Public Space Committee. Note: This is a concept approval only. When ready, submit the permit drawings and a permit application to DCRA for review by the Commission.

Returned without action. Permit submission for the construction of one replacement deck, two new free-standing decks, replacement stairs, and new and replacement retaining walls, and for the installation of new site lighting, a new cabana, a new pergola, a new gas grille, a new gas fire pit, and new and replacement paving in the rear and side yards of an existing house, as shown in materials received and dated 2 July 2021, has been superseded by concept submission SL 21-181. Refer to National Park Service.

Returned without action. Concept submission for modifications to the front garden in public space of Decatur House, including the addition of stone piers and bronze plaques and the reconfiguration of the paths and planting beds, as shown in materials received and dated 2 July 2021, has been superseded by concept submission SL 21-187. Refer to DC Public Space Committee.

Returned without action. Property is not within the jurisdiction of the Shipstead-Luce Act and is not subject to review by the Commission of Fine Arts.

No objection to the issuance of a permit for the installation of a 4'-0" high metal fence in the rear yard of an existing house, as shown in materials received and dated 3 September 2021 and supplemental materials received and dated 9 September 2021, PROVIDED that fence posts within the drip lines of trees be located to avoid all tree roots with a diameter greater than two inches. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DCRA technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval.

No objection to the issuance of a permit for the installation of a parapet-mounted solar panel array on the roof of an existing house, with associated electrical equipment mounted to the rear facade of the house, as shown in materials received and dated 3 September 2021. Refer to DC Historic Preservation Office. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DCRA technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval.

No objection to the issuance of a permit for the construction of a new deck, stair, and patio in the rear yard of an existing house, as shown in materials received and dated 3 September 2021 and supplemental materials received and dated 15 September 2021, 27 September 2021, and 27 October 2021. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DCRA technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval.

Returned without action. Property is not within the jurisdiction of the Shipstead-Luce Act and is not subject to review by the Commission of Fine Arts.

No objection to the issuance of a permit for the installation of a new canopy at the entrance walk to the AppleTree Early Learning Public Charter School, including one sign at the gable end of the canopy facing the street, as shown in materials received and dated 3 September 2021 and supplemental materials received and dated 4 October 2021 and 3 November 2021. Suggest that canopy be lowered by one foot overall. Decal-type graphics previously shown in a rendering on the wall of the entrance to the below-grade parking garage are not included in the scope of work. Staff notes with regret that the graphic wrap previously approved for the fence around the emergency generator at this entrance has not been installed; staff recommends that this be fabricated and installed to improve the appearance of the school entrance. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DCRA technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval.

No objection to the issuance of a permit for the installation of a solar panel array on the roof of an existing house, with associated electrical equipment mounted to the side wall of the house, as shown in materials received and dated 3 September 2021 and supplemental materials received and dated 8 September 2021. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DCRA technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval.

No objection to the issuance of a permit for the installation of a 6'-0" tall wood replacement fence, as shown in materials received and dated 3 September 2021 and supplemental materials received and dated 15 September 2021 and 28 September 2021, PROVIDED that the new fence posts be installed at the existing fence post footing locations, and that fence posts within the drip lines of trees be located to avoid all tree roots with a diameter greater than two inches. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DCRA technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval.

Returned without action. Property is not within the jurisdiction of the Shipstead-Luce Act and is not subject to review by the Commission of Fine Arts.

No objection to the issuance of a permit for the installation of a polymeric slate tile replacement roof on an existing house, as shown in materials received and dated 3 September 2021 and supplemental materials received and dated 15 September 2021 and 16 September 2021. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DCRA technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval.

No objection to the issuance of a permit for the installation of a solar panel array on the roof of an existing house and garage, with associated electrical equipment mounted to the rear wall of the house, as shown in materials received and dated 3 September 2021 and supplemental materials received and dated 22 September 2021. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DCRA technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval.

No objection to the issuance of a permit for modifications to an existing garage to convert it to an accessory dwelling unit, including the infill of an existing garage door and the installation of new and replacement windows and doors, as shown in materials received and dated 3 September and supplemental materials received and dated 8 September, 16 September 2021, and 23 September 2021. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DCRA technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval.

No objection to the issuance of a permit for modifications to the rear yard of an existing house, including a new brick wall and wood gate to replace an existing wood fence and gates; new flagstone paving to replace existing brick; and new planting beds with irrigation and lighting, as shown in materials received and dated 3 September 2021. Submission largely conforms with previously approved concept. Refer to DC Historic Preservation Office. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DCRA technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval.

No objection to the issuance of a permit for the construction of a one-story rear addition with a roof deck above, as shown in materials received and dated 3 September 2021. Refer to DC Historic Preservation Office. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DCRA technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval.

No objection to the issuance of a permit for the installation of six replacement windows and one replacement door in the front and rear facades of an existing house, as shown in materials received and dated 3 September 2021 and supplemental materials received and dated 16 September 2021 and 17 September 2021. Refer to DC Historic Preservation Office. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DCRA technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval.

No objection to the issuance of a permit for Phase 1 of a facade repair project for an existing building, including the rebuilding of masonry dormers and the repair of windows and masonry walls, as shown in materials received and dated 3 September 2021. Phase 2 to be submitted separately. Refer to DC Historic Preservation Office. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DCRA technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval.

No objection to the issuance of a permit for the construction of a new service kiosk on an existing marina dock, as shown in materials received and dated 3 September 2021. Signs are not included in this review; forward a new submission for signs that comply with the regulations for the Shipstead-Luce Act area when ready. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DCRA technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval.

No objection to the issuance of a permit for the installation of a replacement standing seam metal roof and metal coping on an existing carriage house, as shown in materials received and dated 3 September 2021. Refer to DC Historic Preservation Office. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DCRA technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval.

No objection to the issuance of a permit for the installation of a low-profile solar array on the roof of an existing hotel, as shown in materials received and dated 3 September 2021. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DCRA technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval.

No objection to the issuance of a permit for the installation of a low-profile solar panel array on the roof of an existing house, as shown in materials received and dated 3 September 2021 and supplemental materials received and dated 10 September 2021, 15 September 2021, 9 December 2021, and 14 December 2021. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DCRA technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval.

No objection to the issuance of a permit for the construction of a new dormer on the rear roof of an existing house and for the installation of aluminum-clad replacement windows, as shown in materials received and dated 3 September 2021 and supplemental materials received and dated 28 October 2021, 1 November 2021, and 12 November 2021, PROVIDED that the exposure dimension of the dormer siding exactly match the exposure dimension of the existing siding, PROVIDED that the siding be smooth surfaced, and PROVIDED that the windows be full frame replacements. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DCRA technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval.

No objection to the issuance of a permit for the installation of a 3'-0" high hoop-and-picket replacement fence and gates in public space, new pervious driveway pavers, and a new skylight at the upper roof of an existing house, as well as the enlargement of four basement window openings and the installation of new wood windows and stone sills at the modified openings, as shown in materials received and dated 3 September 2021 and supplemental materials received and dated 23 September 2021, PROVIDED that fence posts within the drip lines of trees be located to avoid all tree roots with a diameter greater than two inches.  Refer to DC Public Space Committee. Refer to DC Historic Preservation Office. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DCRA technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval.

No objection to the issuance of a permit for the construction of a replacement attached deck, replacement stairs, and a replacement retaining wall, and for the installation of new site lighting, a new pool cabana, a new pergola, and new and replacement paving in the rear and side yards of an existing house, as shown in materials received and dated 3 September 2021 and supplemental materials received and dated 9 September 2021 and 13 September 2021. Staff notes with concern that the submitted drawings appear to show an existing tall masonry wall encroaching on National Park Service property; staff recommends that the applicant obtain a verified, professional survey of the wall and property lines and resolve any encroachments with the National Park Service. If any construction work is required to resolve an encroachment, forward a new submission for that work. Refer to National Park Service. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DCRA technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval.

No objection to the issuance of a permit for the installation of three replacement panel antennas and nine replacement remote radio heads at three existing sectors, two new panel antennas and eight new remote radio heads at a new sector, and associated equipment for AT&T at an existing cellular facility at the penthouse of an existing building, as shown in materials received and dated 3 September 2021, PROVIDED that the tops of the antennas be mounted no higher than coping of the penthouse wall to which they are mounted, and PROVIDED that all antennas, equipment, and support structures be painted to match the penthouse behind. Refer to DC Historic Preservation Office. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DCRA technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval.

No objection to the concept for the enclosure of an existing porch with aluminum windows and for the reconstruction of the original vertical trellis of an existing house, as shown in materials received and dated 3 September 2021. Note: This is a concept approval only. When ready, submit the permit drawings and a permit application to DCRA for review by the Commission.

No objection to the issuance of a permit for modifications to window and door openings in the rear facade of an existing house and for the installation of new windows and doors in the modified openings, as shown in materials received and dated 3 September 2021 and supplemental materials 28 September 2021, 8 October 2021, and 7 December 2021. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DCRA technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval.

No objection to the issuance of a permit for the installation of a solar panel array on the roof of an existing building, with all electrical equipment mounted to the rear facade, as shown in materials received and dated 3 September 2021 and supplemental materials received and dated 14 September 2021 and 20 September 2021. Refer to DC Historic Preservation Office. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DCRA technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval.

No objection to the concept for modifications to the front yard in public space of Decatur House, intended to honor the historic preservation advocacy work of Jacqueline Kennedy at Lafayette Square, as shown in materials received and dated 3 September 2021. Proposal includes the reconfiguration of brick lead walks, the relocation of an existing plinth and plaque, the addition of a new plinth and plaque to match, the addition of a new 31" diameter plinth-mounted bronze sculptural medallion, and the installation of new plant materials. Recommend further consultation with staff on the design of the sculptural medallion and its base prior to submission for permit. Refer to DC Public Space Committee. Refer to DC Historic Preservation Office. Note: This is a concept approval only. When ready, submit the permit drawings and a permit application to DCRA for review by the Commission.

No objection to the issuance of a permit for the installation of a low-profile solar panel array on the roof of an existing house, as shown in materials received and dated 3 September 2021 and supplemental materials received and dated 23 September 2021 and 14 October 2021. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DCRA technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval.