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HISTORIC DISTRICTS COMMISSION - page 2 September 27, 1978 part on the inside of the bank and Mr. Fermano said that it would be seen. Mr. Whipple asked Mr. Wilson if that bothered them and Mr. Wilson said that it did not. Mr. Davies asked for the dimensions of the window and Mr. Fermano said that it was eight feet by six feet. Mr. Davies $aid that he would suggest moving the machine over one-half a window light. Mrs. Williams said that the Old Colony Bank had used black glass around their night deposit box and that made it less obtrusive, Mr. Davies commented that so much white makes the machine very obvious. Mr. Greeley commented that a dead color might help. Mr. I~ackard commented that the Bank did a good job in renovating the building and said that he is very concerned about upgrading the Avenue and is not sure that this will not hurt the Avenue, Mr. Davies asked if a dark bronze color could be obtained in place of the stainless steel and Ms. McAvoy said that she believe it could be. Mr. Davies suggested that the machine be moved over six inches, the existing window sill be retained, and a dark color for the cover be used. Mr. Davies said that he is opposed to the way it is now presented. Mr. Packani said that it could be Byzantine Mosaic and he would be opposed to is and Mr. Greeley said that he would be also, rir. Davies said that he would like to see a thoroughly detailed full scale presentation xith his suggestions outlined above incorporated. Mrs. Williams stated that she wanted to be sure that the Bank realized that the Commission may not approve even with the proposed changes. Mr. Davies suggested that the architect should de- cide on a less obtrusive color. The hearing was adjourned at 8s55 P.M. to the meeting st~heduled for October 11th. Mr. Wadsworth said that the Board of Appeals had received a request from the Lexington Savings Bank for a permit to install two bronze plaques, one on each side of the building approximately ten inches high by eighteen inches wide and wondered how the Commission felt about this. Mr. Whipple said that he believes a directory sign has more than one name. Mr. Greeley said that the Board, if approves, should establish a policy of 45° or more slant from the edge of the building. He said that it might be of service to the public if done with dignity. Mr, Wadsworth commented that both the Board of Appeals and the Historic Districts Commission decisions need to be enforced and that the Sign By-Lax is only as good as enforcement. He added that need to have fine established for enforcing decisions. Mr. Greeley said that it would be easier for the Commission if the Board of Appeals sets high standards if grant this application. A meeting was held at 9:30 P.M. with Carol A. Snyder and Robert Snyder with respect to her request for a Certificate with respect to changes in the Sanderson House at 1314 Massachusetts Avenue, which is within the Munroe Tavern District. Mrs. Snyder said that they would like to install a Batten Door as a storm door for the front door but they cannot buy such a door. Mr. Davies said that they can be made. Mr. Whipple suggested that two straps might be better than three. Mr. Davies asked if the straps would be ornamental and Mrs. Snyder said that they would be. Nr. Greeley asked if the door would be removed in the summer and Mrs. Snyder said that it