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Town of Lexington
Historic Districts Commission
Joseph Welch, Chairman
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Daniel Griffin Jr.
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861-2780
Scott Kyle
Paul Ross
Robert Warshawer
Minutes of Thursday, October 4, 2012, in the Selectmen Meeting Room, Town Hall Building at 7:00PM
Commissioners present: Chairman, Joseph Welch, Paul Ross, Robert Warshawer, and Scott Kyle
Associate Commissioners present: Carl Oldenburg, Marilyn Fenollosa, Barbara Feldman and Lynn Hopkins
Department Clerk: Amy Casparius
Absent Commissioner: Daniel Griffin
FORMAL HEARINGS
7 Harrington Road:
Margaret Brooke, First Parish Lexington, and Steven from Butler & Sons Inc., Electrical
Contractors presented a photograph of the Steeple to be re-lit with arrows showing where the lighting would be placed,
and a cut sheet of the lighting fixtures. The Electrician also brought in one of the actual lights. The fixtures themselves
will be white with white bulbs. The Commission asked why such a large fixture was being used. The Electrician stated
that these are exterior LED lights which are large to house all the mechanical works. The applicants feel that LED lights
are the best option for this project because they would not have to be changed for 20 years. The Commission was
concerned with the size of the fixture and would like to see a mock up. The applicant stated they would place one fixture
in its proposed location and notify The Commission so that members could visit the site and assess the visual impact.
This hearing has been continued in order for The Commission to review the mock-up.
1762 Massachusetts Avenue
: Jeffrey Lyons, Lexington Center Realty Trust, Exterior Architectural Change (Elevator
Shaft) in the Battle Green District. Applicant Requested to be continued until the November 1, 2012 hearing.
CONTINUED HEARINGS
1723 Massachusetts Avenue:
Jeffrey Kwass, Viewpoint Sign and Awning, representing, Neil Chyten, Chyten
Educational Services, provided a drawing of the blade sign and the proposed location. The Commission was concerned
with how close the sign would be to the sign at 1727 Massachusetts Avenue (Nourish Restaurant). The Commission
requested that the sign be moved one brick pier down to the middle bay of the building. This move would create more
distance between the signs and line the sign up with the entrance to the buildings main lobby and Chyten’s office. The
Commission also requested that the bracket match the sign at Nourish for consistency and the sign does not hang below
the horizontal opening between brick piers. Mr. Kwass stated he would make the changes, review with his clients and
return for the November 1, 2012 hearing.
9 Brigham Road:
Chip Webster, Chip Webster Architecture, representing David and Judy Crayer, presented permit
ready drawings for two changes. The Commission voted 5-0 to issue a certificate of appropriateness for the removal of a
rear kitchen window, changing windows to a door and adding a balcony above the enclosed porch.
Certificate No. 2012C-62
Voting Commissioners were: Chairman, Joseph Welch, Paul Ross, Robert Warshawer and Scott Kyle and Associate
Commissioner: Carl Oldenburg
1625 MASSACHUSETTS AVENUE • LEXINGTON, MASSACHUSETTS 02420
e-mail acasparius@lexingtonma.gov
AGENDA FOR THURSDAY, October 4, 2012
CONTINUED HEARINGS CONT.
1556 Massachusetts Avenue
: Jill Melendez presented an image of the proposed light fixture for the barn, and a drawing
showing the width and location of the cobblestone courtyard. The Commission voted 5-0 to issue a certificate of
appropriateness for the Garage light fixtures and cobblestone courtyard. Certificate No. 2012C-63
Voting Commissioners were: Chairman, Joseph Welch, Paul Ross, Robert Warshawer and Scott Kyle and Associate
Commissioner: Carl Oldenburg
2013 and 2027 Massachusetts Avenue:
Trisha Kennaley, AB Holdings, Exterior Architectural Change, in the Battle
Green District. Applicant requested to be postponed until the November 1, 2012 hearing.
INFORMAL HEARINGS
1 Bedford Street
: Susan Bennett, Executive Director Lexington Historical Society, and Patrick Guthrie, Architect,
Menders, Torrey & Spencer showed preliminary plans installing an accessible lift, sloping walkways, and the addition of
an interior staircase. The applicants’ main goal is to make this addition blend into the existing structure with the least
impact on the architectural integrity of the building. In order to make the addition blend-in, the proposal essentially adds
to the existing dormer. The Commission suggested that the applicant complete the Hip roof design of the dormer. The
Commission stated that even though there will be more structure visible, the design will fit into the building aesthetic, the
roof and eave lines will align, which in turn should help roof water run-off preventing water leakage. The applicant will
look into the suggestions and be back for another hearing.
7 Oak Street
: Gerhard Pawelka, showed plans for a 650 square foot west side addition. The Commission thought the
applicant was on the right track and is ready for a formal hearing.
1726 Massachusetts Avenue:
Steve Meinelt, Greater Boston Running Company, presented images of the new storefront
with the existing blade sign from 1844 Massachusetts Avenue relocated above the doorway and a new wall sign. The
Commission suggested that the applicant create the wall sign to match the blade sign. The lighting will be gooseneck light
fixtures to match others in the building.
881 Massachusetts Avenue
: Jade Cummings and Kellie Anne Conelly, representing Helene Svahnqvist, showed ideas for
replacing the flagstone patio with a wood deck and stone garden wall on the rear north side of the residence. The
Commission thought the applicant was on the right track and is ready for a formal hearing.
OTHER BUSINESS
The Commission will have a photograph taken for the annual report before the Meeting on November 1, 2012. All
Commissioners are requested to be at the meeting by 6:45pm.
Upon Motion duly made and seconded it was voted to approve the minutes from August and September 2012
Upon Motion duly made and seconded it was voted to adjourn the meeting at 8:45 PM