Shipstead-Luce Appendix: CFA Meeting — 18 January 2007

Recommend AGAINST the issuance of permit for a non-operable awnings with vertical supports permanently anchored to the sidewalk as shown in materials received and dated 5 January 2007. Sidewalk in this location is too narrow for a permanent sidewalk cafe. Suggest using freestanding table umbrellas or retractable awnings attached to the east facade of building and aligned so as not to block windows or decorative architectural elements. When resubmitting include site plan and elevation drawings of the building with new awning in place and details of attachments. Refer to the District of Columbia Historic Preservation Office for review.

No objection to the concept design for the proposed new handicap ramps, handrails, and alterations to existing stone steps as shown in materials received and dated 8 January 2007. File new submission of working drawings and material samples with permit application for review by the Commission when ready. Refer to the District of Columbia Historic Preservation Office for review.

Property to be reviewed by direct submission as property is owned and managed by the District of Columbia. See Direct Submission Consent Calendar for recommended action.

Property to be reviewed by direct submission as property is owned and managed by the District of Columbia. See Direct Submission Consent Calendar for recommended action.

No objection to issuance of permit for a new nine-story (9) hotel as shown in materials received and dated 8 January 2007. Final drawings conform to previously approved concept (see case: SL 06-065). A material sample panel should be erected on the site for review by staff before the final selection of materials.

No objection to the issuance of permit for new fence enclosing rear yard as shown in materials received and dated 8 January 2007.

No objection to the issuance of permit for replacement fence at side yard as shown in materials received and dated 8 January 2007.

No objection to the issuance of permit for new fence enclosing rear yard as shown in materials received and dated 8 January 2007.

No objection to the issuance of permit for new signs and a new entrance canopy, to match details of the other existing canopies on building, as shown in materials received and dated 8 January 2007. Refer to the National Capital Planning Commission and the District of Columbia Historic Preservation Office for review.

Returned without comment. Property is outside the jurisdiction of the Commission of Fine Arts and therefore not subject to CFA review. Refer to the District of Columbia Historic Preservation Office for review.