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Jeff Kwass was present to answer any questions from the members for the new business signage and gooseneck lighting proposed for 1740 Massachusetts Ave. He met with the HDC last month informally and was given direction on the signage and goose neck lighting for the property. The revisions made consisted of reducing the copy size on the Waltham Street side sign. One revision has the Mass Ave and Waltham Street signs being the same size. And one revision where the Waltham Street sign is a bit larger to fill the space. The letters are about 3/4 of an inch larger. And the design also now includes gooseneck lighting, similar to what is found across the street. Mr. Kwass noted the change of the store front windows on the plans, and state Brian Cook would speak to the windows. The members confirmed reviewing the new plans and thanked Mr.Kwass for taking into consideration the discussion last month and updating the plans accordingly. Members' questions,thoughts, suggestions Chair Eccles said she liked option 1 of the proposals submitted. She asked what the diameter of the round sign is. Mr. Kwass said it was 24'. Chair Eccles stated the proposed window changes would require an application with supporting document for the Commission to review. Bob Adams option one, and okay with the placement of the blade sign. Mark Connor also prefers option one. Robin Lovett agrees with other option one,thinks the blade sign is a large,but okay. No public present to speak to the hearing Robin Lovett made a motion to approve the signage at 1740 Massachusetts Ave, Stretchmed as presented in option 1 of the plans dated 3.26.21 as presented. Mark Connor seconded. No further discussion. Roll Call Vote,Lovett—Yes,Adams—Yes, Eccles—Yes, Connor—Yes,Hisel—Yes. Motion carried 5 to 0. Documents used and presented Plans dated 3.26.21 (attached) Brian Cook, Stretchmed was logged into the meeting requesting to have the Commission approve the replacement of store front windows at 1740 Massachusetts Ave. Mr. Cook informed the members that he is the contractor for the build out of Stretchmed. He said the interior of the space is in bad shape, and has not had contribution or assistance from the building owner regarding the work that is required before the business can be opened. Chair Eccles, stated that the HDC is not able approve a request to replace windows or any changes or work in the Districts without the proper protocols. She told Mr. Cook an application must be submitted to the HDC with documents supporting the windows with such as cut sheets, manufacturer information for a decision to be made. Historic Districts Commission Minutes Town of Lexington April 1, 2021 2