Shipstead-Luce Appendix: CFA Meeting — 21 September 2023

Returned without action. Permit submission for the installation of two signs for Special Olympics, one to be installed on the storefront glazing of an existing building and one on an existing glass railing adjacent to the public sidewalk, as shown in materials received and dated 7 July 2023, has been withdrawn at the written request of the applicant.

No objection to the issuance of a permit for the installation of a rooftop solar panel system, as shown in materials received and dated 8 September 2023, and supplemental materials received and dated 18 and 19 September 2023, PROVIDED that the first row of panels be set back at least 3'-0" from the coping of the mansard roof, PROVIDED that the existing electrical meter and AC disconnect be painted to match the wall behind, pending further consultation on the location of the AC disconnect, and pending the receipt of supplemental materials. Refer to DC Historic Preservation Office. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DOB technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval.

No objection to the issuance of a permit for the expansion of an existing one-story house, including the addition of a second floor, three roof decks, and additions to the front, rear, and side of the existing house, as well as modifications to the site, as shown in materials received and dated 8 September 2023, pending the receipt of supplemental materials. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DOB technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval.

No objection to the issuance of a permit for the installation of a rooftop solar panel system, as shown in materials received and dated 8 September 2023 and supplemental materials received and dated 15 and 18 September 2023, PROVIDED that the first row of panels be set back at least 3'-0" from the coping of the mansard roof as shown in the drawings, PROVIDED that the solar panels be mounted as shown in the drawings with low-profile rails on the roof rather than on the parapets, and PROVIDED that the new AC disconnect and existing electrical meter be painted to match the wall behind. Refer to DC Historic Preservation Office. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DOB technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval.

No objection to the issuance of a permit for the installation of a replacement canopy at the garage entrance to an existing building, as shown in materials received and dated 8 September 2023, pending the receipt of supplemental materials. Refer to DC Historic Preservation Office. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DOB 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 permit for the installation of a replacement awning and replacement signs at an existing ATM, as shown in materials received and dated 8 September 2023 and supplemental materials received and dated 18 September 2023, PROVIDED that the faces of the push-through letters be opaque and pending the receipt of supplemental materials. Staff notes with regret that there are some existing non-compliant window vinyls that were not forwarded for CFA review. Recommend removal of these window vinyls. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DOB technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval.

No objection to the issuance of permit for the replacement of a sign, as shown in materials received and dated 8 September 2023, PROVIDED that the faces of the letters be opaque and supplemental materials received and dated 18 September 2023, pending the receipt of supplemental materials. Staff notes with regret that there are some existing non-compliant window vinyls that were not forwarded for CFA review. Recommend removal of these window vinyls. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DOB technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval.

No objection to the issuance of a permit for the installation of rooftop solar panels of an existing house, as shown in materials received and dated 8 September 2023. Refer to DC Historic Preservation Office. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DOB technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval.

No objection to the issuance of a permit for the renovation of and an addition to an existing house, as shown in materials received and dated 8 September 2023, pending further consultation on the exterior materials and replacement windows and pending the receipt of supplemental materials. 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 DOB technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval.

No objection to the issuance of a permit for the installation of twelve replacement windows in an existing house, as shown in materials received and dated 8 September 2023 and supplemental materials received and dated 18 and 19 September 2023, PROVIDED that the windows be installed as full frame replacements with brickmould and exterior casing to match existing and pending the receipt of supplemental materials. Refer to DC Historic Preservation Office. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DOB technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval.

No objection to the issuance of permit for the installation of a solar panel array on the roof of an existing house, as shown in materials received and dated 8 September 2023 and supplemental materials received and dated 20 September 2023. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DOB technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval.

No objection to the issuance of permit for the expansion of an existing deck on the rear portion of an existing house, as shown in materials received and dated 8 September 2023. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DOB technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval.

No objection to the issuance of a permit for modifications to an existing house, including the installation of a new wood egress window in the front basement areaway, three wood replacement windows in the rear facade, replacement mechanical units on the roof, new vents at the rear facade, and new electrical equipment to be mounted to a low wall in public space in the front yard, as well as the removal of a bay window on the rear facade and its replacement by a sliding patio door, as shown in materials received and dated 8 September 2023 and supplemental materials received and dated 18 September and 4 October 2023, PROVIDED that the meter, mounting hardware, and conduit be painted to match the wall behind. Refer to DC Public Space Committee. Refer to DC Historic Preservation Office. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DOB technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval.

No objection to the concept for a rear addition to an existing house, as shown in materials received and dated 8 September 2023, PROVIDED that the roof overbuild be removed from the proposal, pending consultation on the design, and pending the receipt of supplemental materials. Note: This is a concept approval only. When ready, submit the permit drawings and a permit application to DOB for review by the Commission.

Recommend AGAINST the issuance of a permit for the installation of 39 insert Fibrex replacement windows, as shown in materials received and dated 8 September 2023, due to insufficient information for review. Forward a new and completely documented submission for full frame replacement windows when ready.

No objection to issuance of permit for the replacement of two garage doors, as shown in materials received and dated 8 September 2023, PROVIDED that the non-functional hinges and handles be removed and the surface texture be smooth, pending the receipt of supplemental materials. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DOB technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval.

No objection to the concept for two railings at the front entry of an existing house, as shown in materials received and dated 8 September 2023. Refer to DC Historic Preservation Office. Note: This is a concept approval only. When ready, submit the permit drawings and a permit application to DOB for review by the Commission.

No objection to the issuance of a permit for modifications to an existing house and garage, including the construction of a second floor addition and roof deck, the reconstruction of an existing sunroom, the enclosure of an existing open walkway between the house and garage, and the infill of an existing window in the garage, as shown in materials received and dated 8 September 2023, pending consultation on the design and pending the receipt of supplemental materials. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DOB technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval.

Property is under the control of the District of Columbia government and is not subject to the Shipstead-Luce Act. See Consent Calendar for 21 September 2023, case number CFA 21/SEP/23-q for recommended action.

No objection to the issuance of a permit for the installation of six wood replacement windows on the front facade and two aluminum clad windows on the rear facade, as shown in materials received and dated 8 September 2023 and supplemental materials received and dated 19 September 2023, PROVIDED that the windows be installed as full frame replacements with brickmould to match the original, and pending the receipt of supplemental materials. Refer to DC Historic Preservation Office. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DOB technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval.

No objection to the issuance of a permit for the installation of  exposed exterior ductwork on the rear facade of an existing building, as shown in materials received and dated 8 September 2023 and supplemental materials received and dated 19 September 2023, PROVIDED that the duct is painted to match the wall behind. Refer to DC Historic Preservation Office. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DOB technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval.

No objection to the concept for a glass enclosure at an existing rooftop shade structure, as shown in materials received 8 September 2023. Note: This is a concept approval only. When ready, submit the permit drawings and a permit application to DOB for review by the Commission.

No objection to the concept for a rear addition to an existing house, as shown in materials received and dated 8 September 2023, pending consultation on the massing and design and pending the receipt of supplemental materials. Recommend AGAINST the concept for a second curb cut and driveway leading to a second attached garage and for an in-ground pool and associated shade structure, due to insufficient information for review. Recommend consultation with staff on these project components prior to resubmission. Refer to DC Public Space Committee. Refer to DDOT Urban Forestry Division. Note: This is a concept approval only. When ready, submit the permit drawings and a permit application to DOB for review by the Commission.