601 ADMIRALS WAY

Historic address

2420 GRAYS FERRY AVENUE NAVAL HOME, 2420 GRAY'SOUTH FERRY AVENUE NAVAL HOME, 2420 GRAY'SOUTH FERRY AVENUE NAVAL HOME – BIDDLE HALL, 2420 GRAYS FERRY AVENUE NAVAL HOME – SURGEON GENERAL'SOUTH AND GOVERNOR'SOUTH RESIDENCES, 2420 GRAYS FERRY AVENUE NAVAL HOME – BIDDLE HALL ANNEX, 2420 GRAY'SOUTH FERRY AVENUE NAVAL HOME – SURGEON GENERAL'SOUTH RESIDENCE AND GOVERNOR'SOUTH RESIDENCE, 2420 GRAYS FERRY AVENUE NAVAL HOME (SITE PLAN), 2420 GRAYS FERRY AVENUE NAVAL HOME (BIDDLE HALL), 2420 GRAYS FERRY AVENUE U.SOUTH. NAVAL ASYLUM, 2420 GRAYS FERRY AVENUE NAVAL HOME – BIDDLE HALL, 2420 GRAYS FERRY AVENUE NAVAL HOME BIDDLE HALL ROOF, 2420 GRAYS FERRY AVENUE NAVAL HOME – NEW CONSTRUCTION, 2420 GRAYS FERRY AVENUE NAVAL HOME BIDDLE HALL ADDITION, 2420 GRAY'SOUTH FERRY AVENUE (NAVAL ASYLUM / U.SOUTH. NAVAL HOME), 2420 GRAYS FERRY AVENUE NAVAL HOME (NEW CONSTRUCTION), 2420 GRAYS FERRY AVENUE

Year built

2006

Building description

RES CONDO 3.5 STY MASONRY

Owner

HOMICH WILLIAM A / HOMICH DEBRA P

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1. Feb 29, 2000

   Alteration review

   Architectural Committee

   Recorded outcomeApproved

   Committee recommendations are not final Commission decisions.

   Recorded conditions

   1) Recessing the north and south elevations three feet; 2) not breaking the eave line; 3) creating a symmetrical west (rear) elevation; 4) using stucco for the finishing material; 5) using the bay window units for an order from base to eave; 6) investigating the use of a base or rusticated base for the building; 7) using the arched courtyard openings in a more ordered way.

   Prior meeting reference: Previous meeting: conceptual approval of site plan and footprint of the addition

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   Votes and testimony

   Votes

   • Robert Thomasrecused

   Testimony

   • Andrew Terhunesupport, person
2. Mar 8, 2000

   Nomination

   Historical Commission

   Recorded outcomeDeferred

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3. Jul 29, 2003

   Alteration review

   Architectural Committee

   Recorded outcomeApproved

   Committee recommendations are not final Commission decisions.

   Recorded conditions

   Approval subject to return of landscaping plan, details of treatments to historic walls and fencing, and details of rehabilitation and location of gazebo; architect to restudy siting of Building #12 relative to Governor's House

   Prior meeting reference: 1999 Commission approved site plan in concept; 2001 City Council-approved plan

   Vote tally

   Unanimously recommended approval

   Criteria cited

   Standard 2Preserve historic characterStandard 9Differentiate new from oldSite guideline: designing new onsite parking so as unobtrusive as possibleSite guideline: designing new exterior additions or adjacent new construction compatible with historic character

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   Votes and testimony

   Votes

   • Herbert Levyyes
   • Rudy D'Alessandroyes
   • Suzanne Pentzrecused
   • Vincent Riverayes

   Testimony

   • Chris Blaylockneutral, person
   • Chris Lessardsupport, person
   • Herbert Levyneutral, person
   • John Gallerysupport, person
   • Kathy Dowdellneutral, person
   • Laura M. Spinaneutral, person
4. Jul 29, 2003

   Alteration review

   Architectural Committee

   Recorded outcomeDenied

   Committee recommendations are not final Commission decisions.

   Recorded conditions

   Denial; new construction must be conceived as an addition relating to Biddle Hall; should use light stone or scored stucco; have articulation to break massing in uniform design; have contemporary rather than false historical presence

   Prior meeting reference: February 2000 Committee reviewed conceptual plan for addition to Biddle Hall; Commission never voted on that application

   Vote tally

   Unanimously recommended denial

   Criteria cited

   Standard 9Differentiate new from old

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   Votes and testimony

   Votes

   • Herbert Levyyes
   • Rudy D'Alessandroyes
   • Suzanne Pentzrecused
   • Vincent Riverayes

   Testimony

   • Bob Hotesneutral, person
   • Chris Lessardsupport, person
   • John Galleryneutral, person
   • Laura M. Spinaneutral, person
   • Randal Baronneutral, person
5. Jul 29, 2003

   Alteration review

   Architectural Committee

   Recorded outcomeApproved

   Committee recommendations are not final Commission decisions.

   Recorded conditions

   Approval in concept of simplified version with less historic detailing (remove keystones, denticulated cornices, multi-light windows); applicant to restudy brick color

   Prior meeting reference: 1999 Commission approved site plan in concept

   Vote tally

   Unanimously recommended approval in concept of simplified version

   Criteria cited

   Standard 3A record of its own timeStandard 9Differentiate new from oldSite guideline: designing new exterior additions or adjacent new construction compatible with historic character

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   Votes and testimony

   Votes

   • Herbert Levyyes
   • Rudy D'Alessandroyes
   • Suzanne Pentzrecused
   • Vincent Riverayes

   Testimony

   • Bob Hotesneutral, person
   • Chris Lessardsupport, person
   • Laura M. Spinaneutral, person
6. Jul 29, 2003

   Alteration review

   Architectural Committee

   Recorded outcomeApproved

   Committee recommendations are not final Commission decisions.

   Recorded conditions

   Approval of new roofing material and seam pattern with staff review; approval of oculus skylight with painted aluminum finish (not raw); denial of aluminum-clad windows and Fypon on dormers and monitor — windows must be wood true-divided-light and details in wood; approval of vents; denial of cornice as proposed; staff to review all details

   Prior meeting reference: Prior drawings showed south wing to be salvaged; second fire destroyed that section

   Vote tally

   Committee members unanimously recommended approval with conditions; denial of aluminum windows/Fypon/cornice as proposed

   Criteria cited

   Standard 6Repair rather than replace

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   Votes and testimony

   Votes

   • Herbert Levyyes
   • Rudy D'Alessandroyes
   • Suzanne Pentzrecused
   • Vincent Riverayes

   Testimony

   • B. Mitchell Kotlersupport, person
   • James Campbellsupport, person
   • Laura M. Spinaneutral, person
   • Richard Tylerneutral, person
7. Aug 8, 2003

   Nomination

   Historical Commission

   Recorded outcomeApproved

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8. Apr 27, 2004

   Alteration review

   Architectural Committee

   Recorded outcomeApproved

   Committee recommendations are not final Commission decisions.

   Recorded conditions

   Multiple conditions: (1) Site plan approved for building placement per Standards 9 and 10. (2) Bainbridge Street wall alterations approved only where brick is missing or collapsed; intact wall retained and repaired with staff review of details. (3) Historic gate alterations at Grays Ferry Avenue entrance/exit approved. (4) Restoration of existing gatehouses approved, details subject to staff review. (5) New guardhouse approved per Standards 9 and 10, provided windows have real muntin profile on exterior. (6) New interior fencing inside north entrance and south exit DENIED per Standard 9. (7) General landscaping approved. (8) HVAC condenser locations approved, color sample and specification to be submitted for staff review. (9) Tree removal and protection approved as proposed. (10) Replacement light fixtures approved per Standard 6. (11) Demolition of pavilion and gazebo DENIED per Standards 2, 5, and 6; structures to be restored and relocated on site.

   Prior meeting reference: 8 August 2003 Commission meeting; prior Architectural Committee meetings including October 1999 and February 2000

   Vote tally

   Unanimous

   Criteria cited

   Standard 9Differentiate new from oldStandard 10Keep additions reversibleStandard 6Repair rather than replaceStandard 2Preserve historic characterStandard 5Preserve distinctive features

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   Votes and testimony

   Testimony

   • Adam Barzilaysupport, person
   • Barb Faileroppose, person
   • Carl S. Primaverasupport, person
   • James Campbellsupport, person
   • Jerry Simonsupport, person
   • John Gallerysupport, person
   • Kathy Dowdellneutral, person
   • Kevin Smithsupport, person
   • Lenore Millhollenoppose, person
   • Matt Koenigsupport, person
   • Mitch Kotlersupport, person
   • Paul Commitosupport, person
   • Tim Gibbonsupport, person
9. Apr 27, 2004

   Alteration review

   Architectural Committee

   Recorded outcomeApproved

   Committee recommendations are not final Commission decisions.

   Recorded conditions

   Multiple partial approvals and denials: (1) Solid two-panel door with three-lite transom at rear APPROVED. (2) Six-lite transoms at first-floor rear DENIED; taller doors with three-lite transoms required. (3) Multi-lite patio doors at verandah front DENIED; door based on surviving original verandah door required. (4) Three-lite transoms and doorframe at verandah front APPROVED. (5) Six-lite transoms at first-floor front DENIED; taller doors with three-lite transoms required. (6) Simulated-divided-lite windows DENIED; true-divided-lite wood windows with 3/4" muntin required. (7) One-over-one tripartite window configuration DENIED; two-over-two units flanking six-over-six required. (8) Single-leaf front door DENIED; wood double-leaf door (or single-leaf simulating double-leaf) with flat-panel pattern, glazing, and sidelites required. (9) Alteration of wing wall door openings DENIED; original glazed door type to be replicated and fixed in place. (10) Removal of metal fire stairs at rear and metal awning at front APPROVED. (11) Alterations at rear for annex connections APPROVED. (12) Additional fiberglass replica columns DENIED; all original cast iron columns to be reinstalled at original locations. (13) New wood decking APPROVED. (14) First and second-story verandah floor fascia DENIED; wood fascia with half-round nosing to be reconstructed. (15) Privacy screens on verandahs APPROVED with staff review of details.

   Prior meeting reference: 8 August 2003 Commission meeting; October 1999 and February 2000 Committee meetings

   Vote tally

   Unanimous

   Criteria cited

   Standard 9Differentiate new from oldStandard 10Keep additions reversibleStandard 6Repair rather than replace

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   Votes and testimony

   Testimony

   • Adam Barzilaysupport, person
   • Carl S. Primaverasupport, person
   • James Campbellsupport, person
   • Jerry Simonsupport, person
   • John Gallerysupport, person
   • Kevin Smithsupport, person
   • Matt Koenigsupport, person
   • Mitch Kotlersupport, person
   • Paul Commitosupport, person
   • Tim Gibbonsupport, person
10. Apr 27, 2004

    Alteration review

    Architectural Committee

    Recorded outcomeApproved

    Committee recommendations are not final Commission decisions.

    Recorded conditions

    Approved with staff to review details pursuant to Standard 9.

    Prior meeting reference: 8 August 2003 Commission meeting

    Vote tally

    Unanimous

    Criteria cited

    Standard 9Differentiate new from old

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    Votes and testimony

    Testimony

    • Adam Barzilaysupport, person
    • Barb Faileroppose, person
    • Carl S. Primaverasupport, person
    • James Campbellsupport, person
    • Jerry Simonsupport, person
    • Kathy Dowdellneutral, person
    • Kevin Smithsupport, person
    • Lenore Millhollenoppose, person
    • Matt Koenigsupport, person
    • Mitch Kotlersupport, person
    • Paul Commitosupport, person
    • Tim Gibbonsupport, person
11. Apr 27, 2004

    Alteration review

    Architectural Committee

    Recorded outcomeApproved

    Committee recommendations are not final Commission decisions.

    Recorded conditions

    Multiple partial approvals and denials: (1) Window repair APPROVED. (2) New simulated-divided-lite windows DENIED; true-divided-lite with 3/4" muntin required. (3) Small one-over-one windows on side facades DENIED; historic photos indicate three-over-three. (4) Removal of one set of steps and addition of handicapped ramp on each residence APPROVED, with provision that applicants investigate possibility of not making buildings accessible. (5) First-floor front openings as drawn DENIED; new doors and sidelights to replicate original details and dimensions. (6) Second-floor front openings as drawn DENIED; single-leaf door at center flanked by six-over-six windows to fit existing openings. (7) Privacy screens at first-floor porch APPROVED. (8) Privacy screen on second floor DENIED; screens to align with existing columns. (9) Spandrel glass for second-floor center window opening APPROVED. (10) Infill sections of metal railings APPROVED provided 'feet' are removed and rails align with existing; missing railing motifs such as anchor to be replicated if feasible.

    Prior meeting reference: 8 August 2003 Commission meeting

    Vote tally

    Unanimous

    Criteria cited

    Standard 9Differentiate new from oldStandard 10Keep additions reversible

    Full source minutes

    Votes and testimony

    Testimony

    • Adam Barzilaysupport, person
    • Carl S. Primaverasupport, person
    • James Campbellsupport, person
    • Jerry Simonsupport, person
    • Kathy Dowdellneutral, person
    • Kevin Smithsupport, person
    • Matt Koenigsupport, person
    • Mitch Kotlersupport, person
    • Paul Commitosupport, person
    • Tim Gibbonsupport, person
12. Apr 27, 2004

    Alteration review

    Architectural Committee

    Recorded outcomeApproved

    Committee recommendations are not final Commission decisions.

    Recorded conditions

    Approved with staff to review details pursuant to Standard 9.

    Prior meeting reference: 8 August 2003 Commission meeting

    Vote tally

    Unanimous

    Criteria cited

    Standard 9Differentiate new from old

    Full source minutes

    Votes and testimony

    Testimony

    • Adam Barzilaysupport, person
    • Carl S. Primaverasupport, person
    • James Campbellsupport, person
    • Jerry Simonsupport, person
    • John Gallerysupport, person
    • Kevin Smithsupport, person
    • Matt Koenigsupport, person
    • Mitch Kotlersupport, person
    • Paul Commitosupport, person
    • Tim Gibbonsupport, person
13. May 14, 2004

    Alteration review

    Historical Commission

    Recorded outcomeApproved

    Recorded conditions

    1. Approval of site plan for building placement. 2. Reconstruction of missing Bainbridge Street perimeter wall sections with new full-height masonry wall to match historic wall. 3. Approval of historic gate alterations at Gray's Ferry Avenue entrance/exit. 4. Approval of restoration of existing gatehouses. 5. Approval of new guardhouse. 6. Approval of new interior fencing at north entrance and south exit with low plantings. 7. Approval of general landscaping. 8. Approval of HVAC condenser locations. 9. Approval of tree removal and tree protection. 10. Approval of replacement light fixtures. 11. Approval of demolition of pavilion and gazebo if no entity removes them within 60 days.

    Prior meeting reference: 8 August 2003 meeting; 8 April 2004 (500th Stated Meeting)

    Vote tally

    unanimous

    Criteria cited

    Standard 9Differentiate new from oldStandard 10Keep additions reversibleStandard 2Preserve historic characterStandard 5Preserve distinctive featuresStandard 6Repair rather than replace

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    Votes and testimony

    Votes

    • David Perriyes
    • Harris Steinbergyes
    • Joseph Jamesyes
    • Kathleen Murrayyes
    • Michael Sklaroffrecused
    • Norman Tissianyes
    • Scott Wildsyes
    • Thomas Kilkennyyes
    • Thomas Sugrueyes
    • Warren Huffyes

    Testimony

    • Adam Barzilaysupport, person
    • Barb Failersupport, person
    • Carl Primaverasupport, person
    • Gersil Kayoppose, person
    • James Campbellsupport, person
    • John Gallerysupport, person
    • Matthew Koenigsupport, person
    • Mitch Kotlersupport, person
    • Preservation Alliance for Greater Philadelphiasupport, organization
14. May 14, 2004

    Alteration review

    Historical Commission

    Recorded outcomeApproved

    Recorded conditions

    1. Solid two-panel door with 3-light transom for main unit doors at ground and second-floor rear. 2. Solid two-panel door with 6-light transom for main unit doors at first-floor rear. 3. Multi-light patio doors for verandah unit doors at front. 4. Three-light transoms for verandah unit doors at ground and second-floor front. 5. Six-light transoms for verandah unit doors at first-floor front. 6. Wood simulated-divided-light windows with 7/8-inch muntins. 7. Tripartite windows: two-over-two SDL flanking six-over-six SDL. 8. Single-leaf front door in wood or fiberglass simulating double-leaf door with astragal, staff to review details. 9. Wing wall door openings altered with six-over-six SDL window above panel; surviving original verandah door retained and stored on site. 10. Removal of metal fire stairs at rear and metal awning structure at front. 11. Alterations at rear for new annex connections. 12. Reinstallation of all original cast iron columns at original locations. 13. New wood decking. 14. First and second-story verandah floor fascia in wood to replicate historic profiles and dimensions. 15. Privacy screens on verandahs.

    Prior meeting reference: 8 August 2003 meeting; October 1999 and February 2000 Committee meetings

    Vote tally

    8 to 1, Sugrue opposed

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    Votes and testimony

    Votes

    • David Perriyes
    • Harris Steinbergabsent
    • Joseph Jamesyes
    • Kathleen Murrayyes
    • Michael Sklaroffrecused
    • Norman Tissianyes
    • Scott Wildsyes
    • Thomas Kilkennyyes
    • Thomas Sugrueno
    • Warren Huffyes

    Testimony

    • Adam Barzilaysupport, person
    • Carl Primaverasupport, person
    • James Campbellsupport, person
    • John Gallerysupport, person
    • Matthew Koenigsupport, person
    • Mitch Kotlersupport, person
    • Preservation Alliance for Greater Philadelphiasupport, organization
15. May 14, 2004

    Alteration review

    Historical Commission

    Recorded outcomeNo decision

    Recorded conditions

    Architectural Committee recommended: 1. Approval of window repair. 2. Denial of SDL windows; require true-divided-light with 3/4-inch muntin. 3. Denial of one-over-one side facade windows; require three-over-three per historic photos. 4. Approval of removal of one set of steps and addition of handicapped ramp, with provision to investigate accessibility alternatives. 5. Denial of first-floor front openings as drawn; require doors with sidelights replicating original. 6. Denial of second-floor front openings as drawn; require single-leaf door flanked by six-over-six windows fitting existing openings. 7. Approval of privacy screens at first-floor porch. 8. Denial of second-floor privacy screen as proposed; screens should align with columns. 9. Approval of spandrel glass for second-floor center window opening. 10. Approval of infill sections of metal railings with feet removed and rails aligned; missing anchor motifs replicated if feasible.

    Prior meeting reference: 8 August 2003 meeting

    Full source minutes

    Votes and testimony

    Testimony

    • John Gallerysupport, person
    • Matthew Koenigsupport, person
16. Oct 13, 2006

    Alteration review

    Historical Commission

    Recorded outcomeApproved

    Recorded conditions

    1) Residential building approved provided exterior chimneys incorporated into facades and do not project from them. 2) Rebuilding of missing/unstable Schuylkill Avenue wall sections approved in CMU with smooth stucco facing and masonry cap to match adjacent sections, without stone base requirement; staff to review details. 3) Demolition of surviving guardhouse section denied; restoration and incorporation into wall or new guardhouse approved. 4) Proposed entrance denied; new entrance approved based on historic wall, piers, and guardhouse designs; staff to review details. 5) New simplified gate versions of historic front gates approved; staff to review details.

    Prior meeting reference: June 2004 Commission meeting (Bainbridge Street wall); prior approvals for rehabilitation and new construction on site

    Vote tally

    unanimous

    Criteria cited

    Standard 2Preserve historic characterStandard 3A record of its own timeStandard 5Preserve distinctive featuresStandard 6Repair rather than replace

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    Votes and testimony

    Votes

    • David Perriyes
    • David Schaafyes
    • James Brown IVyes
    • Joseph Jamesyes
    • Kathleen Murrayyes
    • Michael Sklaroffyes
    • Sara Merrimanyes
    • Scott Wildsyes
    • Thomas Sugrueyes
    • Vincent Riverayes

    Testimony

    • Brett Feldmansupport, person
    • Paul Commitosupport, person
    • Preservation Alliancesupport, organization
17. May 22, 2007

    Alteration review

    Architectural Committee

    Recorded outcomeApproved

    Committee recommendations are not final Commission decisions.

    Recorded conditions

    Pursuant to the Commission's May 2004 approval; applicant offered to research historic goat burial location before Commission meeting

    Prior meeting reference: Commission approval May 2004

    Vote tally

    unanimous

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    Votes and testimony

    Testimony

    • Brett Feldmansupport, person
    • Chris Pienkowskisupport, person
18. Jun 8, 2007

    Alteration review

    Historical Commission

    Recorded outcomeApproved

    Recorded conditions

    Pursuant to May 2004 Commission approval

    Prior meeting reference: Commission approval May 2004; Architectural Committee meeting 22 May 2007 — recommended approval

    Vote tally

    7 to 0

    Full source minutes

    Votes and testimony

    Votes

    • David Schaafyes
    • Eileen Evansyes
    • John Herzinsyes
    • Michael Sklaroffrecused
    • Rosalie Leonardyes
    • Sara Merrimanyes
    • Scott Wildsyes
    • Thomas Sugrueabstain
    • Vincent Riverayes

    Testimony

    • Brett Feldmansupport, person
    • Chris Pienkowskisupport, person
19. Mar 25, 2008

    Alteration review

    Architectural Committee

    Recorded outcomeApproved

    Committee recommendations are not final Commission decisions.

    Recorded conditions

    Staff to review details; Phase Two follows same design and development scheme as Phase One

    Prior meeting reference: Commission approved Phase One including restoration of Biddle Hall and two historic residences and construction of townhouses and condominium block

    Vote tally

    Approved by Architectural Committee

    Criteria cited

    Commission's approval of Phase One

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    Votes and testimony

    Votes

    • Dominique Hawkinsyes
    • John Cluveryes
    • Sean Evansyes
    • Suzanne Pentzyes

    Testimony

    • Brett Feldmansupport, person
    • Chuck Bredersupport, person
20. Apr 11, 2008

    Nomination

    Historical Commission

    Recorded outcomeApproved

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21. Dec 16, 2008

    Alteration review

    Architectural Committee

    Recorded outcomeApproved

    Committee recommendations are not final Commission decisions.

    Recorded conditions

    Pursuant to Philadelphia Historical Commission's approval of previous phases of construction

    Prior meeting reference: Master plan reviewed and approved by Philadelphia Historical Commission in 2004; State Historic Preservation Office granted preliminary approval pending PHC approval

    Criteria cited

    Standard 9Differentiate new from oldStandard 10Keep additions reversible

    Full source minutes

    Votes and testimony

    Testimony

    • Brett Feldmansupport, person
    • Charles Bredersupport, person
22. Jan 9, 2009

    Alteration review

    Historical Commission

    Recorded outcomeApproved

    Recorded conditions

    Consistent with Philadelphia Historical Commission's approval of previous phases of construction

    Prior meeting reference: Philadelphia Historical Commission approvals of previous phases of Naval Square construction

    Vote tally

    Unanimous

    Criteria cited

    Standard 9Differentiate new from oldStandard 10Keep additions reversible

    Full source minutes

    Votes and testimony

    Votes

    • Daniel Quinnyes
    • David Amburnyes
    • David Schaafyes
    • Della Clarkyes
    • Denise Smyleryes
    • Joan Schlotterbeckyes
    • Leslie Benolielyes
    • Richardson Dilworthyes
    • Robert Thomasyes
    • Rosalie Leonardyes
    • Sam Shermanyes
    • Sara Merrimanyes
    • Scott Wildsyes

    Testimony

    • Brett Feldmansupport, person
    • Charles Bredersupport, person
23. Feb 23, 2010

    Alteration review

    Architectural Committee

    Recorded outcomeDenied

    Committee recommendations are not final Commission decisions.

    Recorded conditions

    Denied owing to incompleteness; applicants directed to provide additional information including 2005 deck plans, material testing of extant flooring, and independent consultant investigation of premature failure

    Criteria cited

    Standard 6Repair rather than replace

    Full source minutes

    Votes and testimony

    Testimony

    • Chuck Bredersupport, person
    • Roy Pieronisupport, person