Shipstead-Luce Appendix: CFA Meeting — 15 September 2021

SL 21-107

Location

3017 Cortland Place, NW
United States

Property
Single-family residence
Description
Replacement decks and sitework
Review Type
Permit
Superseded By
Recommendation

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paving in the rear and side yards of an existing house, as shown in materials received and dated 7 May 2021, has been superseded by permit submission SL 21-131.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.

SL 21-118

Location

2445 M Street, NW
United States

Property
Office building
Description
Addition for new retail space
Review Type
Concept
Previous Review
Recommendation

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.

SL 21-131

Location

3017 Cortland Place, NW
United States

Property
Single-family residence
Description
Replacement decks and sitework
Review Type
Permit
Previous Review
Recommendation

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paving in the rear and side yards of an existing house, as shown in materials received and dated 2 July 2021, has been superseded by concept submission SL 21-181.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.

SL 21-149

HPA number
HPA 21-431
Location

748 Jackson Place, NW
United States

Property
Decatur House
Description
Modifications to gardens dedicated to Jacqueline Kennedy
Review Type
Concept
Recommendation

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.

SL 21-154

HPA number
HPA 21-499
Location

1000 Main Drive, NW
United States

Property
Former Walter Reed Medical Center
Description
New construction - 50 townhouses, 47 condominium buildings
Review Type
Concept
Recommendation
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.

SL 21-155

Location

2815 Ellicott Street, NW
United States

Property
Single-family residence
Description
New fence
Review Type
Permit
Previous Review
Recommendation

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.

SL 21-156

HPA number
HPA 21-506
Location

136 D Street, SE
United States

Property
Single-family residence
Description
Solar panel array
Review Type
Permit
Recommendation
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.

SL 21-157

Location

4891 Colorado Avenue, NW
United States

Property
Single-family residence
Description
New wood deck at rear
Review Type
Permit
Recommendation

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.

SL 21-158

Location

100 M Street, SE
United States

Property
Office building
Description
New signs
Review Type
Permit
Recommendation
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.

SL 21-159

Location

488 Virginia Avenue, SW
United States

Property
Richard Wright Public Charter School & AppleTree Early Learning Public Charter School
Description
New canopy & sign
Review Type
Permit
Previous Review
Recommendation

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.

SL 21-162

Location

5801 Manchester Place, NW
United States

Property
Single-family residence
Description
Solar panel array
Review Type
Permit
Recommendation
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.

SL 21-164

Location

8114 West Beach Drive, NW
United States

Property
Single-family residence
Description
New fence
Review Type
Permit
Recommendation

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.

SL 21-166

HPA number
HPA 21-510
Location

2952 Macomb Street, NW
United States

Property
Single-family residence
Description
New addition
Review Type
Concept
Recommendation
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.

SL 21-167

Location

1825 Parkside Drive, NW
United States

Property
Single-family residence
Description
Replacement roof
Review Type
Permit
Recommendation

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.

SL 21-168

Location

4122 Arkansas Avenue, NW
United States

Property
Single-family residence
Description
Solar panel array
Review Type
Permit
Recommendation

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.

SL 21-169

Location

1735 Holly Street, NW
United States

Property
Single-family residence
Description
Alterations to free-standing garage
Review Type
Permit
Recommendation

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.

SL 21-170

HPA number
HPA 21-511
Location

146 D Street, SE
United States

Property
Single-family residence
Description
New brick wall, gate, paving, and planting in rear yard
Review Type
Permit
Previous Review
Recommendation

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.

SL 21-171

HPA number
HPA 21-512
Location

320 2nd Street, SE
United States

Property
Single-family residence
Description
Rear addition
Review Type
Permit
Recommendation
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.

SL 21-172

HPA number
HPA 21-513
Location

151 D Street, SE
United States

Property
Single-family residence
Description
Replacement windows & door
Review Type
Permit
Recommendation

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.

SL 21-173

HPA number
HPA 21-514
Location

2221 Kalorama Road, NW
United States

Property
Diplomatic residence
Description
Masonry repairs
Review Type
Permit
Recommendation

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.

SL 21-174

Location

658 Wharf Street, SW
United States

Property
Marina
Description
New kiosk on dock
Review Type
Permit
Recommendation

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.

SL 21-175

HPA number
HPA 21-515
Location

316 2nd Street, SE
United States

Property
Single-family residence
Description
Replacement roof at carriage house
Review Type
Permit
Recommendation
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.

SL 21-177

Location

400 New Jersey Avenue, NW
United States

Property
Hyatt Regency Hotel
Description
Solar panel array
Review Type
Permit
Recommendation
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.

SL 21-178

Location

4615 Colorado Avenue, NW
United States

Property
Single-family residence
Description
Solar panel array
Review Type
Permit
Recommendation

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.

SL 21-179

Location

6972 Oregon Avenue, NW
United States

Property
Single-family residence
Description
New dormer, replacement windows
Review Type
Permit
Recommendation

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.

SL 21-180

HPA number
HPA 21-517
Location

2026 Klingle Road, NW
United States

Property
Single-family residence
Description
Replacement windows, new skylight, new fence, new pavers
Review Type
Permit
Recommendation

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.

SL 21-181

Location

3017 Cortland Place, NW
United States

Property
Single-family residence
Description
Replacement deck and sitework
Review Type
Permit
Previous Review
Recommendation

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.

SL 21-182

HPA number
HPA 21-518
Location

655 15th Street, NW
United States

Property
Metropolitan Square
Description
Cellular antennas
Review Type
Permit
Previous Review
Recommendation
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.

SL 21-184

Location

4022 Arkansas Avenue, NW
United States

Property
Single-family residence
Description
Modifications to porch
Review Type
Concept
Previous Review
Recommendation
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.

SL 21-185

Location

1823 Quincy Street, NW
United States

Property
Single-family residence
Description
New windows & doors
Review Type
Permit
Recommendation

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.

SL 21-186

HPA number
HPA 21-519
Location

2238 Q Street, NW
United States

Property
Single-family residence
Description
Solar panel array
Review Type
Permit
Recommendation

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.

SL 21-187

HPA number
HPA 21-520
Location

748 Jackson Place, NW
United States

Property
Decatur House
Description
Modifications to gardens dedicated to Jacqueline Kennedy
Review Type
Concept
Previous Review
Recommendation
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.

SL 21-188

Location

1730 Juniper Street, NW
United States

Property
Single-family residence
Description
Solar panel array
Review Type
Permit
Recommendation

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.