SL 23-124
Returned without action. Submission superseded by permit submission SL 24-001. Refer to DC Historic Preservation Office.
SL 23-154
No objection to the issuance of a permit for the installation of 52 aluminum replacement windows and replacement roof slate, as shown in materials received and dated 8 September 2023 and supplemental materials received and dated 12 October 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.
SL 24-001
No objection to the issuance of a permit for the installation of replacement roofing at an existing hotel building, as shown in materials received and dated 6 October 2023, PROVIDED that the coping corner detail remain open, PROVIDED that the proposed coping and termination bar colors match the existing wall behind, 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.
SL 24-002
No objection to the issuance of a permit for replacement of two doors at an existing single-family residence, as shown in materials received and dated 6 October 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.
SL 24-003
No objection to the issuance of a permit for the installation of replacement slate at the mansard roof of an existing building, as shown in materials received and dated 6 October 2023, PROVIDED that the existing roof slate design, consisting of rows of diamond-shaped shingles at the center of the roof and rows of rectangular-shaped shingles at the top and bottom, be replicated in the new design, 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.
SL 24-004
Returned without action. Permit submission for the installation of a 1.3 SF bronze plaque on an existing light fixture pedestal in public space on 15th Street and an 18.6 SF painted aluminum sign over a window on the H Street facade, both for "invariant" as shown in materials received and dated 6 October 2023, has been withdrawn at the written request of the applicant. Refer to DC Historic Preservation Office.
SL 24-005
No objection to the issuance of a permit for stone wall repairs and the installation of replacement brick paving partially in public space, as shown in materials received and dated 6 October 2023, PROVIDED that the new mortar for the existing stone wall match the existing stone wall mortar and pending the receipt of supplemental materials. Refer to DC Public Space Committee for all work beyond the building restriction line. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DOB technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval.
SL 24-006
No objection to the issuance of a permit for modifications to an existing rooftop structure at a residential unit, including the demolition and enlargement of one room and the installation of new windows, doors, and a retractable awning, as shown in materials received and dated 6 October 2023. Submission 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.
SL 24-008
No objection to the issuance of a permit for the installation of a rooftop solar panel system, as shown in materials received and dated 6 October 2023 and supplemental materials received and dated 16 October 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.
SL 24-011
No objection to the issuance of a permit for window and fire escape repairs and the installation of new lighting, as shown in materials received and dated 6 October 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.
SL 24-012
Recommend AGAINST the issuance of a permit for the installation of two new internally illuminated signs and one new projecting double- faced blade sign at an existing building for Politics and Prose, as shown in materials received and dated 6 October 2023; internally illuminated and projecting signs are not permitted under the DC sign regulations for the Shipstead-Luce Act area and the proposed size of the signs exceeds that permitted under the regulations. Forward a new submission for signs that conform with the regulations for the Shipstead-Luce Act area when ready. Staff notes with regret that the base building permit was issued without referral for CFA review; permit applications at the District Wharf require CFA review.
SL 24-013
No objection to the issuance of a permit for the enclosure of an existing two-story rear porch, the modification of four masonry openings, and the installation of replacement windows and a replacement door, as shown in materials received and dated 6 October 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.
SL 24-014
No objection to the issuance of a permit for the installation of a new wall plaque for Hager Sharp, as shown in materials received and dated 6 October 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.
SL 24-015
No objection to the issuance of a permit for modifications to an existing house, including the construction of a two-story rear addition, the addition of an oriel window at the second floor rear facade, the construction of a replacement window well at the front facade, the modification of four window openings, the installation of replacement windows and doors, a new skylight, and exterior mechanical equipment, the renovation of the existing house, and minor site modifications, as shown in materials received and dated 6 October 2023, PROVIDED that tree protection measures be taken for all trees to remain and that tree roots with a diameter greater than two inches be avoided during construction, whether the trees are on the subject property or on an adjacent property, and pending the receipt of supplemental materials. Submission conforms with previously approved concept. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DOB technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval.
SL 24-016
No objection to the issuance of a permit for the installation of a rooftop solar panel system at an existing house, as shown in materials received and dated 6 October 2023, PROVIDED that the panels be installed at least one foot away from the edge of the roof 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.
SL 24-017
No objection to the issuance of a permit for the installation of two railings at the front entry of an existing house, as shown in materials received and dated 6 October 2023. Submission 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.
SL 24-018
No objection to the concept for the proposed renovation of and an addition to the George Washington University Smith Center, including a replacement ramp in public space, as shown in materials received and dated 6 October 2023. Submission conforms with previously approved concept. Refer to DC Public Space Committee. Note: This is a concept approval only. When ready, submit the permit drawings and a permit application to DOB for review by the Commission.
SL 24-019
No objection to the issuance of a permit for the installation of a replacement door at an existing house, as shown in materials received and dated 6 October 2023. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DOB technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval.
SL 24-020
No objection to the concept for Phase 2 work at an existing building, including the modification of a planter and three masonry openings on the 2nd Street, NW, facade and the installation of new and replacement exit doors, in preparation for a larger renovation and addition project, as shown in materials received and dated 6 October 2023. Submission conforms with the previously approved concept for the larger project. Note: This is a concept approval only. When ready, submit the permit drawings and a permit application to DOB for review by the Commission.
SL 24-021
No objection to the issuance of a permit for the replacement of specialty pavers at the public sidewalk adjacent to the Warner Theatre, as shown in materials received and dated 6 October 2023, PROVIDED that all broken or uneven London pavers also be replaced, and pending receipt of supplemental materials. 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.