Architectural Committee — Feb 22, 1974

MINUTES OF THE ARCHITECTURAL COMMITTEE OF THE PHILADELPHIA HISTORICAL COMMISSION 22 February 1974 Present: Mr. Henry J. Magasiner, A.I.A., Chairman, Architectural Advisor to the Commission Mr. Erling H. Pedersen, A.I.A., Old Philadelphia Development Corporation Mr. Louis Kramer, A.I.A., Philadelphia Redevelopment Authority Dr. Margaret B. Hinkcora, Historian Patricia Siemiontkowski, Executive Assistant to the Chairman Also: Mr. Andrew Rota, owner of 2304-16 South Broad Street and his attorney, Mr. Anthony Pirillo, to present their plan for the demolition of 2304-16 South Broad Street (retaining 2316) and the erection of a high rise office building on the site. Mr. Mark Euland, Architect, to present his client's proposal for the rehabilitation of 526 South Front Street. SPECIAL REVIEW 2304-16 South Broad Street, Andrew Rota, owner, and Anthony Pirillo, Attorney. Mr. Pirillo presented to the Committee his request for the demolition of two of the three historically certified buildings owned by Mr. Rota at 2304-16 South Broad Street to allow the construction of a six story professional office building on this site. After discussing the proposal at some length, Mr. Magasiner asked if it were not possible to retain both of the buildings fronting on Broad Street and demolish only the rear carriage house. It was the opinion of Mr. Rota that if new structures could not be constructed if both 2304 and 2316 Broad Street were retained. After some further discussion the project, the visitors were excused. In Executive Session the Committee agreed to require complete architectural drawings, prepared by a Registered Architect, of the proposed project and a feasibility study on the possibility of retaining the two mansion houses fronting on Broad Street. SUBMISSIONS 526 South Front Street, Mark Euland, Architect. The Architectural Committee approved Mr. Euland's plan for the rehabilitation of this structure with the requirement that there be three openings at the fourth floor Front Street elevation (each approximately five feet wide) instead of one continuous glass filled opening and that louvered shutters be hung on the lower floors of the same openings. It is also suggested that a suitable Victorian balcony be installed at the fourth floor level of the Front Street facade. A downspout extending the length between the two buildings on South Street is suggested to delineate one building from the other. ARCHITECTURAL COMMITTEE 2 22 February 1974 SUBMISSIONS 219 South Jessup Street, Roland Davies, Architect. Mr. Davies' plan to alter the rear of this building is approved.

Front Street facade. A downspout extending the length between the two buildings on South Street is suggested to delineate one building from the other. ARCHITECTURAL COMMITTEE 2 22 February 1974 SUBMISSIONS 219 South Jessup Street, Roland Davies, Architect. Mr. Davies' plan to alter the rear of this building is approved. The Committee suggested that the frontispiece, on the front of the structure, be restored properly. 939 Spruce Street, FRIDAY, Architects/Planners. This submission for the rehabilitation of 939 Spruce Street is approved. The basement grilles, however, must be similar in design. 1035 Spruce Street, John Lloyd, Architect. The Committee approved this submission with the suggestion that the small windows be made operable if the building is not to be air conditioned. 224 Bainbridge Street, Benjamin Walbert, Architect. Mr. Walbert's drawing for the proposed restoration of 224 Bainbridge Street was approved with commendation. 517-19 South Twelfth Street, William E. Cox, Architect. The Committee suggests that the architect retain a flat roof line on each of the cab buildings. It is further recommended that the storefront at 519 South Twelfth Street be redesigned. PROBLEMS 713 Walnut Street, Larry Tofani, Owner. The Architectural Committee would not agree to the owner's request for approval of the illegal work done several years ago at this location. It is suggested that the owner employ a registered architect who can design a front in keeping with the period of the building. PLAQUES 1514 Pine Street. As soon as the missing components of the building are replaced, a plaque will be forthcoming. 114 Carpenter Street. The Committee agreed to award a Certificate of Merit to this building since it does not merit a plaque. The plans submitted to the Committee and subsequently approved were not accurately followed. 310 South Quince Street. As soon as the circular windows are restored, a plaque (No. 311) will be forthcoming. Respectfully submitted, Patricia Siemiantkowski Executive Assistant to the Chairman