1801 VINE ST

Historic address

1801 VINE STREET (FAMILY COURT BUILDING) - INTERIOR AND MURAL OBJECTS, 1801 VINE STREET (FAMILY COURT BUILDING), 1801 VINE STREET FAMILY COURT BUILDING, FAMILY COURT BUILDING 1801 VINE STREET, FAMILY COURT BUILDING - 1801 VINE STREET, 1801 VINE STREET, 1801 VINE STREET FAMILY COURT

Year built

1939

Building description

MISC COURT HOUSE MASONRY

Owner

CITY OF PHILADELPHIA

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1. Jun 11, 1987

   Alteration review

   Architectural Committee

   Recorded outcomeApproved

   Committee recommendations are not final Commission decisions.

   Recorded conditions

   Removal of roof cage, repair wall around inner courtyard, cleaning of tar-like coating from concrete balcony floor (with water blasting), application of Prime-o-Pel to walls/balusters/columns, installation of new roof, spray parapet with Prime-o-Pel all approved; applicant to submit information on protection of features during water blasting; Prime-o-Pel water repellant coating approved for use

   Vote tally

   unanimous

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   Votes and testimony

   Testimony

   • Herbert Cannonsupport, person
   • John Hiltebrandsupport, person
   • Leon Milszteinsupport, person
2. Jun 24, 1987

   Alteration review

   Historical Commission

   Recorded outcomeDeferred

   Recorded conditions

   Staff approval authorized upon receipt of correct and complete protection plan submission

   Prior meeting reference: Architectural Committee Meeting 11 June 1987

   Vote tally

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3. Aug 13, 1987

   Nomination

   Architectural Committee

   Recorded outcomeApproved

   Committee recommendations are not final Commission decisions.

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4. Aug 26, 1987

   Alteration review

   Historical Commission

   Recorded outcomeDeferred

   Recorded conditions

   Additional information requested but not received

   Prior meeting reference: 13 August 1987 Architectural Committee meeting

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5. Nov 12, 1987

   Alteration review

   Architectural Committee

   Recorded outcomeDeferred

   Committee recommendations are not final Commission decisions.

   Recorded conditions

   Feasibility study analyzing cost of retrofitting wooden windows in comparison to installing aluminum windows received and distributed; recommendation deferred until Committee can schedule site-visit to examine condition of existing windows

   Prior meeting reference: 26 August 1987 meeting where proposal was initially reviewed

   Criteria cited

   Aluminum replacement windows vs. retrofitting of wooden windows

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6. Dec 2, 1987

   Alteration review

   Historical Commission

   Recorded outcomeDeferred

   Recorded conditions

   Additional information needed

   Prior meeting reference: Architectural Committee meeting 12 November 1987

   Vote tally

   Additional information required by Architectural Committee

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7. Mar 9, 1988

   Alteration review

   Historical Commission

   Recorded outcomeApproved

   Recorded conditions

   Option 1: Repair existing original window frames and sash; Option 2: Explore alternative aluminum design for replacement windows matching profiles of current windows. Richard Tyler to work with Department of Public Property and Court to assure compliance with applicable statutes and regulations. Federal funding requires State Historic Preservation Officer and Advisory Council review.

   Vote tally

   unanimous

   Criteria cited

   Benjamin Franklin Parkway National Register eligibilityFederal involvement requiring State Historic Preservation Officer and Advisory Council review

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   Votes and testimony

   Testimony

   • Arno Casselneutral, person
   • Caroline Golabneutral, person
   • Ervin Davisneutral, person
   • Jason Nathanneutral, person
   • John J. Murphysupport, person
   • Judge Nicholas Ciprianineutral, organization
8. Aug 25, 1988

   Alteration review

   Architectural Committee

   Recorded outcomeApproved

   Committee recommendations are not final Commission decisions.

   Recorded conditions

   Window sash on front facade should be retained and repaired, Replacement windows on sides and back to match original configuration, Deteriorated ventilator panels on front facade to be replaced

   Prior meeting reference: 8 March 1988

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9. Jan 31, 1995

   Alteration review

   Architectural Committee

   Recorded outcomeApproved

   Committee recommendations are not final Commission decisions.

   Recorded conditions

   Eleven new metal fences/gates approved as drawn; design mimics rhythm and thickness of existing exterior metalwork on building

   Prior meeting reference: Gate height, thickness of bars, and placement discussed with Commission staff prior to meeting

   Vote tally

   Committee voted to recommend approval

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   Votes and testimony

   Testimony

   • Leanne Athertonsupport, person
10. Feb 8, 1995

    Alteration review

    Historical Commission

    Recorded outcomeApproved

    Recorded conditions

    Sample to be shown to staff before construction; design derived from Yellin metalwork present on building

    Prior meeting reference: Architectural Committee meeting prior to 391st Stated Meeting

    Vote tally

    Majority vote in favor; one dissenting vote (Vance)

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    Votes and testimony

    Votes

    • Arlene Matzkinyes
    • Barbara Kaplanyes
    • David Brownleeyes
    • Peter VanderHeideyes
    • Robert Vanceno
    • Scott Wildsyes
    • Stephanie Wolfyes
    • Susan Rabinovitchyes
    • Wayne Spiloveyes

    Testimony

    • Leanne Athertonsupport, person
    • Robert Vanceoppose, person
11. Oct 31, 1995

    Alteration review

    Architectural Committee

    Recorded outcomeApproved

    Committee recommendations are not final Commission decisions.

    Recorded conditions

    limestone patching at base of arcade piers, cleaning of stains and bird droppings from portico, staff review of work details

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12. Nov 8, 1995

    Nomination

    Historical Commission

    Recorded outcomeApproved

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13. Feb 24, 1998

    Alteration review

    Architectural Committee

    Recorded outcomeApproved

    Committee recommendations are not final Commission decisions.

    Recorded conditions

    Bollards to protect building base and grassy areas

    Vote tally

    Unanimous

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    Votes and testimony

    Votes

    • Herbert Levyyes
    • J. William Cornellyes
    • Penelope Batcheleryes
    • Robert Thomasyes
    • Suzanne Pentzyes

    Testimony

    • Emanuel Kellysupport, person
14. Mar 11, 1998

    Nomination

    Historical Commission

    Recorded outcomeApproved

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15. Nov 25, 2003

    Alteration review

    Architectural Committee

    Recorded outcomeApproved

    Committee recommendations are not final Commission decisions.

    Recorded conditions

    Fixtures in arcade, in bushes, and on poles approved; lighting attached to front must be vertical and within mortar joints; if not achievable within joints, proposal must return to Committee; staff to review details

    Criteria cited

    Standard 2Preserve historic character

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    Votes and testimony

    Testimony

    • Al Bordensupport, person
    • Bob Keppelsupport, person
    • Marc Morfeisupport, person
    • Michael Martellasupport, person
16. Dec 12, 2003

    Nomination

    Historical Commission

    Recorded outcomeApproved

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17. Jan 22, 2008

    Alteration review

    Architectural Committee

    Recorded outcomeApproved

    Committee recommendations are not final Commission decisions.

    Recorded conditions

    Bike racks to be moved to sidewalk; escutcheon/painted steel flange to cover new holes to prevent water infiltration

    Vote tally

    Architectural Committee voted to recommend approval

    Criteria cited

    Standard 9Differentiate new from old

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    Votes and testimony

    Testimony

    • David Villelasupport, person
    • Gary Knappicksupport, person
    • George Claflensupport, person
    • Stephanie Sailesupport, person
18. Feb 8, 2008

    Alteration review

    Historical Commission

    Recorded outcomeApproved

    Prior meeting reference: Architectural Committee meeting, 22 January 2008

    Vote tally

    unanimous

    Criteria cited

    Standard 9Differentiate new from old

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    Votes and testimony

    Votes

    • David Amburnyes
    • David Schaafyes
    • Della Clarkyes
    • Denise Smyleryes
    • Eileen Evansyes
    • Joan Schlotterbeckyes
    • John Mattioniyes
    • Leslie Benolielyes
    • Richardson Dilworth IIIyes
    • Robert Thomasyes
    • Rosalie Leonardyes
    • Sam Shermanyes
    • Sara Merrimanyes
    • Scott Wildsyes

    Testimony

    • George Claflensupport, person
19. May 3, 2011

    Nomination

    Document type: DC

    Recorded outcomeApproved

    Recorded conditions

    Interior public spaces designated under Criteria A, E, J; conference room mural objects designated under Criteria A and J; light wells already under Commission jurisdiction as part of exterior

    Vote tally

    unanimous

    Criteria cited

    Criterion ACity heritage or significant personCriterion EWork of an influential designerCriterion JCommunity heritage

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    Votes and testimony

    Votes

    • Bruce Lavertyyes
    • David Schaafyes
    • Janet Kleinyes
    • Jeffrey Cohenyes
    • Richardson Dilworth IIIyes

    Testimony

    • Joseph Palantinosupport, person