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Chair Eccles,thanked the applicant for a well done application, and the opportunity to review the plans for changing one of the doors, currently not used in the shed addition to a window. She stated that the door does not seem to be of any historical significance. Members' questions, thoughts, suggestions: Paul O'Shaughnessy—good choice for window replacement, questioned if the clapboard will be affected when the door is removed. Robin Lovett—lovely project. Ed Adelman—good presentation, suggested that the doorway be preserved. It may be that the doorway's opening is narrower than the proposed window. Lee Noel Chase—asked about the casing sizes, suggested having the original/existing material measured to have this custom window made to match in casing and trim. Bob Adams—good with presentation, agreed with staying consistent in this area of the property. Mark Connor—would like to know of alternatives to keep door installed,restore and keep original design. Dan Hisel—good project,presentation complete, supports three identical windows. Chair Eccles—owners are stewards of historic home, good application. Edward Adelman assigned as liaison for the project. He will meet the applicant at the site to review the position of the door that will be removed related to the retaining the head height and position of the door. No abutters present to speak Ed Adelman made a motion to grant a Certificate of Appropriateness for the installation of a window at 1984 Massachusetts Ave with the understanding of a site visit by the HDC liaison to determine the height specifications and placement of the window to replace the existing door in the shed wall facing the patio. Paul O'Shaughnessy seconded the motion.Roll Call Vote,Bob Adams— Yes, Ed Adelman—Yes,Robin Lovett—Yes,Paul O'Shaughnessy—Yes,Anne Eccles—Yes. Motion carried. Documents used: Narrative 12.8.20 Material List and Cut Sheets 12.8.20 Relevant Photos 12.8.20 Plans 12.8.20 HDC-20.35— View Point Application 870 Massachusetts Avenue: HDC-20-34,exterior chanes in the East Village District The Commission members received a copy of a plot plan marked with the proposed hedge and fence to be installed at 870 Massachusetts Ave, along with existing exterior photos and material list for proposed work. Documents dated 12.2.20. Julien and Felicia de Wit,property owner of 870 Massachusetts Ave were logged into the meeting to present a proposed fence and hedge install. Mr. de Wit stated the fence and hedge will add a sound barrier, safety and privacy to the property. The height of the fence and hedge will be 4.5 feet. The fence will be inside the property,the hedge on the outside of the fence. The fence is a light weight black metal and the hedge an evergreen. The yard intersects at Massachusetts Ave. and Independence Ave. Members' questions, comments and suggestions: Robin Lovett—nice improvement to property. Mark Connor—like the use of metal for the fence. Historic Districts Commission Minutes Town of Lexington January 7, 2021 2