Consent Calendar: OGB Meeting — 1 September 2016

No objection to concept design for proposed alterations to antenna installation for AT&T, including three replacement 92-inch-tall antennas; elimination of one antenna from each sector; new stealth canisters to screen antennas, pipes, and cables; and new equipment per supplemental drawings received 15 August 2016 which indicate two antennas per sector located close together, PROVIDED bottom of canisters is as low as possible, and all horizontal braces are painted light gray. File new submission at DCRA of detailed and dimensioned drawings, with permit application, for review by the Commission.

No objection to issuance of permit for proposed solar panels installed no higher than 7 inches above standing seam copper roof per drawings received 8 August and 15 August 2016 as red-lined which indicate panels set back 15 inches from the east end of roof PROVIDED installation is not visible from a public thoroughfare and all attachments to masonry are through mortar joints. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DCRA technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval prior to the issuance of a permit.

No objection to issuance of permit to replace existing vinyl window sashes only, with double-hung single-glazed all-wood sashes sized to fit the masonry openings without fillers or secondary frames per supplemental drawings received ___ September 2016. Original brick mould to be retained. Remove all storm windows and install one sample window at first floor of corner bay for CFA review prior to ordering windows. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DCRA technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval prior to the issuance of a permit.

No objection to issuance of permit for replacement French doors on front elevation to match material, dimensions, and detailing of existing, PROVIDED simulated divided light wood muntins are 7/8 inch wide with spacer bar per supplemental drawings received ___ September 2016. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DCRA technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval prior to the issuance of a permit.

The Commission regrets that decal signs were applied to storefront glazing prior to review or permit.  No objection to issuance of permit for proposed non-illuminated five-feet by one-foot-nine-inches woven fabric banner with lettering no taller than 4¼ inches reading "District Doughnut" and for three decals on storefront glazing per drawings received 17 August 2016 PROVIDED all attachments are made through mortar joints and rods do not exceed width of banner. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DCRA technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval prior to the issuance of a permit.

No objection to issuance of permit for proposed non-illuminated signs, including two sets of wall-mounted letters no taller than 12 inches reading "Kitchen Design Studio" below second floor windows, and three flush-mounted sign panels with letters no taller than 11 inches reading "Poggenpohl" per drawings received 12 August 2016 PROVIDED all attachments are through mortar joints. All stainless steel letters to have matte finish. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DCRA technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval prior to the issuance of a permit.

The Commission regrets that vents were installed on west slope of roof contrary to previous recommendation and that various elements were affixed to the facade without review. No objection to issuance of permit for proposed blade sign with lettering no taller than 12 inches reading “Curio” PROVIDED light fixtures are integral to sign and vents are relocated to east slope of roof per supplemental drawings received ___ September 2016. File new submission at DCRA of detailed drawings for camera, alarm and mail boxes with permit application for review by the Commission. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DCRA technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval prior to the issuance of a permit.

No objection to issuance of permit for proposed storefront alterations per supplemental drawings received ___ September 2016, which indicate dark bronze frame.

No objection to issuance of permit for proposed wall mounted 36 inch x 52 inch wall cabinet sign reading ?Design Within Reach? with one light fixture on M Street, and 30 inch x 43 inch wall cabinet sign with one light fixture on Cady?s Alley,per drawings received 18 August 2016 PROVIDED all attachments are made through mortar joints. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DCRA technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval prior to the issuance of a permit.

No objection to issuance of permit for proposed sign comprised of non-internally-illuminated letters no taller than 8 inches reading ?ecco? pin-mounted on sign band per drawings received 12 August 2016, PROVIDED two existing light fixtures are eliminated as part of this application. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DCRA technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval prior to the issuance of a permit.

No objection to issuance of permit for proposed replacement of existing wood windows on non-contributing building with new all-wood windows, per detail drawings received 17 August 2016 PROVIDED new windows are sized to fit existing openings without fillers or secondary frames, and match lite pattern, configuration, profile, and detailing of existing. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DCRA technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval prior to the issuance of a permit.

No objection to issuance of permit for exploratory demolition work at the west elevation consisting of the removal of two to three sections of wood clapboards at the lower level. File new submission at DCRA of drawings including detailed information on the existing conditions and proposed restoration and replacement of siding and trim with permit application for review by the Commission. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DCRA technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval prior to the issuance of a permit.

The Commission regrets that the gate was replaced prior to review or permit. No objection to issuance of permit for wood gate per graphic image received 22 August 2016 which indicates gate would be cut to conform to arched opening. Corrective work must be completed no later than 1 November 2016. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DCRA technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval prior to the issuance of a permit.

No objection to issuance of permit for proposed sign comprised of halo-lit, individually pin-mounted letters no taller than 10 inches reading "UBIQ" and vinyl decal no larger than 24 inches in diameter, per drawings received 18 August 2016 PROVIDED all attachments are made through mortar joints only and no electrical elements are visible. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DCRA technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval prior to the issuance of a permit.

No objection to concept design for new concrete walkways, ramp, driveway and bio-retention areas per drawings received 18 August 2016 PROVIDED four existing stone blocks are located along the sidewalk, continuous planting areas extend along the front of the building, metal hand rail incorporates posts without pickets, and a concrete sample mock-up is erected on site for CFA review prior to demolition. File new submission of working drawings, including dimensioned architectural details, with permit application for review by the Commission.

No objection to 1-year extension of approval of concept design for new five-story residential building per drawings dated 12 August 2016. Recommend glazing the openings along the parking ramp; a lighter color mix for the brick veneer; treating the building yard and sidewalk more traditionally, with street trees in a planted strip and with the sidewalk against the building; and reconsidering the use of red brick paving at the arrival court at 36th Street. Recommend further study of the exterior cladding of the building on the south to provide shading and arrangement of rooftop appurtenances. Erect materials mock-up panel on site for CFA review. File new submission at DCRA of design development drawings, including details, dimensions, and landscape plan, with concept application for review by the Commission.

No objection to issuance of permit for new copper mansard with hand crimped seams, three shed dormer at rear per supplemental drawings received ___ September 2016, which indicate all front windows to be repaired and masonry alterations at rear to incorporate salvaged brick. Erect mock-up of mechanical units and flue for CFA review.

No objection to concept design for proposed solar panels on barrel roof and flat roofs per supplemental drawings received ___ September 2016 which document all electrical connections will be internal PROVIDED panels on the barrel roof are setback at location where they would not be visible.

No objection to issuance of permit for proposed two-story rear addition with stucco coating and flat seam copper roof PROVIDED light fixture flanks sliding doors, fixed wood doors on north elevation are separated by wood mullions, and new wood 1/1 windows use half-screens per supplemental drawings received ___ September 2016. Scope of work does not include alterations to front elevation or garage.

No objection to proposed concept design for storefront, window, roofing, and mechanical alterations, per supplemental drawings received 31 August 2016 which indicate 5 feet 6 inch-deep vestibule is to be maintained. File new submission of working drawings, including dimensioned architectural, window, and door details with permit application for review by the Commission.

No objection to issuance of permit for proposed second floor addition set back to align with rear wall of adjacent building to the north, and alterations including replacement single-glazed dormer sashes to match detailing at entry transom, replacement standing seam copper roof, new permeable terrace on sand and gravel base, bi-fold operable wood shutters at first floor, and new light fixtures PROVIDED vents on front slope of roof are relocated to rear roof per supplemental drawings received ___ September 2016. File new submission at DCRA of detailed drawings for any landscaping illumination with permit application for review by the Commission.

No objection to issuance of permit for proposed alterations including: replacement of corrugated metal canopy and wood soffit on historic metal brackets; door, siding and trim at north elevation; woven fabric awning with no greater than 12-inch valance; removal of gooseneck light fixtures, corner stand, and railing; new rooftop mechanical equipment, and new 5-feet-tall wood screens (painted gray) at a consistent setback from all parapets per supplemental drawings received ___ September 2016. New sign and sconces are not part of this application. File new submission at DCRA of detailed and dimensioned drawings for sign and for any replacement equipment with permit application for review by the Commission. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DCRA technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval prior to the issuance of a permit.

No objection to the proposed concept design for fenestration alterations per drawings received 18 August 2016, PROVIDED the original stone threshold is maintained. Note that skylight has been omitted from this application. File new submission at DCRA with detailed and dimensioned drawings with permit application for review by the Commission.

No objection to issuance of permit for proposed solar panels on flat roofs per supplemental drawings received ___ September 2016 which document all electrical connections would be internal PROVIDED panels are not visible. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DCRA technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval prior to the issuance of a permit.

No objection to issuance of permit for proposed solar panels on flat roofs per supplemental drawings received ___ September 2016 which document all electrical connections would be internal PROVIDED panels are not visible. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DCRA technical review, must be resubmitted to the Commission for approval prior to the issuance of a permit.

No objection to concept design for proposed solar panels on flat roofs per supplemental drawings received ___ September 2016 which document all electrical connections will be internal and dimensions/setbacks are clearly noted/clarified.