Consent Calendar: OGB Meeting — 6 October 2016

No objection to the design for proposed 8-feet-tall wood lattice / chain-link fence to screen the staging area associated with the rehabilitation of Key Bridge project from the Georgetown Waterfront Park per drawings received 16 September 2016, PROVIDED climbing vines are planted to grow on lattice.

No objection to concept design for proposed alterations per supplemental drawings received 15 September and 4 October 2016, which indicate replacement 1/1 wood window sashes at west facade, replacement 2/2 wood windows with 1 3/4 inch wide wood muntins at east and south elevations, single-light transom at rear doors aligned with transom at single door,  retention of chimneys, and roof mechanical equipment located where it would not be visible from a public thoroughfare.  Roof deck was not approved and was deleted from this application.  File new submission at DCRA of construction drawings, including dimensioned architectural details for windows, doors, roof hatch, railing and stairs, with permit application for review by the Commission.

No objection to concept design for proposed alterations, including repair of original windows at east and north elevations, replacement of non-original windows and doors, reconstruction of service chimney, alterations for new enclosed porch with wood trim and vertical siding, 6-feet-tall vertical board wood fence and sliding gate, and stone terrace on permeable sand and gravel base per supplemental drawings received 5 October 2016 which indicate taller windows with vertical proportions at west elevation. File new submission at DCRA of construction drawings, including details and dimensions, with permit application for review by the Commission. Note that The L'Enfant Trust holds an easement on this property.

No objection to issuance of permit for exploratory removal and installation of sample window sashes at first floor rear yard no later than 7 November 2016 for review by CFA staff PROVIDED sample window is all-wood replica of original double-hung sash, and the original wood jambs, sills, and brick moulds are repaired. File new submission at DCRA of drawings including detailed information on the existing conditions and proposed replacement windows 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 the installation of solar panels per supplemental drawings received 16 September 2016, PROVIDED top of the panels do not extend higher than 6 inches above the roof and the conduit is installed as minimally intrusive as possible. 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 halo-lit channel letters no taller than 12 inches reading "Say Cheese" pin mounted to aluminum cabinet centered above storefront, and for new storefront, PROVIDED storefront is sized to fit masonry opening, and only one light sconce is installed, per supplemental drawings received 4 October 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 four new vents at main roof, new mechanical room with metal roof, 21 geothermal wells, and reconstruction of 16-inch-tall brick retaining wall and planting of 3 new evergreen trees at northeast corner of property per supplemental drawings received 27 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.

No objection to issuance of permit for the replacement of concrete roll curbs per drawings received 12 September 2016 which indicate the piping terminates in the flower bed and does not interfere with the curbs, PROVIDED concrete is tinted warm color to match existing color. 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 demolish section of brick west wall and north wall PROVIDED 24-feet of outer wythe is salvaged for re-installation as indicated in drawings received 16 September 2016, which indicate CMU-brick wall to be reconstructed with compatible mortar. 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 alterations to existing installation of AT&T antennas, including removing three antennas, relocating three antennas, and replacing three antennas per drawings received 22 September 2016 which indicate 2 antennas per sector, 9'-2" tall canisters extended down to roof level, and frame painted light gray, PROVIDED antennas and associated pipes and cables are screened within canisters, and equipment is located where it would not be visible from a public thoroughfare. 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 the replacement of existing slate roof with Del Carmen slate to match existing in size, layout, and exposure PROVIDED new slate is feathered in with existing slate on neighboring row house. 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 new concrete walkways, ramp, lights, driveway and bio-retention areas per drawings received 16 September 2016 which indicate four stone blocks are located along the sidewalk, continuous planting areas extend along the front of the building, steps without bullnose, and metal hand rail without pickets, PROVIDED concrete sample mock-up is erected on site for CFA review prior to demolition and replacement of any plant materials damaged during construction. 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 fiberglass door and light were installed prior to review or permit.  No objection to issuance of permit for the installation of the light or the configuration of the door, per supplemental drawings received 4 October 2016, which indicate 9-lite-over-2-panel wood door and metal bracket is removed. 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 concept design for proposed installation of a new storefront, sign, and alterations to windows and doors PROVIDED sign is no larger than 2 feet-5 1/2 inches by 1 foot-1 inch, the existing lintel at the front is repaired, and the conduits at the rear are consolidated, per drawings received ___ October 2016. File new submission at DCRA with detailed and dimensioned drawings for review by the Commission.

No objection to issuance of permit for three proposed skylights on west slope of standing seam metal roof at non-contributing rowhouse per drawings received 21 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.

No objection to issuance of permit for proposed solar panels on flat roof and west slope of roof per supplemental drawings received 5 October 2016 which document all electrical connections would be internal. 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 barrel and flat roofs per supplemental drawings received 5 October 2016 which document all electrical connections would be internal PROVIDED panels on barrel roof are setback 10 feet at the front (south) elevation so as to not be 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 ATM machine in vestibule, one 2 feet  x 2 feet non-illuminated blade sign on existing bracket, and one suspended sign comprised of back-lit letters no taller than 4 1/4 inches reading "Eagle Bank" per supplemental drawings received 7 October 2016 which indicate a rectangular back panel, face of logo is not illuminated, and power cable is not exposed. 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 rear alterations PROVIDED bricks for head joints and in-fill match existing historic bricks in size and dimension, existing vents are shortened, and downspouts and exposed conduits are moved to a location where they will not be visible, per supplemental drawings received ___ October 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 the issuance of permit for proposed installation of a window and window well in the narrow side yard of the south elevation per drawings received 16 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 the lift was installed in front of house prior to review or permit.  No objection to issuance of permit for proposed re-grading for brick paved access ramp to basement entrance; and site work including removal of brick steps and landing, new brick stairs, and iron fence, per supplemental drawings received 5 October 2016.  Alterations are acceptable because nearby context has lost integrity due to driveways. 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 concept design for proposed alterations, including fenestration and elevator overrun, and site work, per drawings received ___ October 2016, which indicate chimney is maintained. Recommend that reconfigured HVAC not sit forward of the elevator overrun, the roofline and gutter of the elevator overrun is in line with the existing rooftop shed-roof addition, and the satellite dish is either removed or relocated to a location where it is not visible from a public thoroughfare. File new submission at DCRA with detailed and dimensioned drawings for review by the Commission.

No objection to issuance of permit for proposed replacement of deteriorated clapboard siding, trim, and window surrounds on the south and west elevations, as well as the replacement of windows on the west elevation, per drawings received 16 September 2016 and supplemental drawings received 5 October 2016, PROVIDED existing siding and trim is surveyed and salvaged where possible in consultation with CFA staff, any necessary replacement siding is cedar with profile and 6 inch exposure to match existing, and any replacement window on west façade is 2/2 all-wood window with 1 ¾ inch-wide true divided light muntin.  Recommend removal of 5 foot tall wood fence at front yard which is not compatible with character of house or historic district. 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.