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Home My WebLink About2024-04-04-HDC-min TOWN OF LEXINGTON HISTORIC DISTRICTS COMMISSION Paul O’Shaughnessy, Chair Lee Noel Chase Edward Adelman Meeting broadcasted Robin Lovett Dan Hisel by LexMedia Minutes, Thursday, April 4, 2024 Meeting Conducted by Remote Participation Commissioners Present: Paul O’Shaughnessy, Chair, Robin Lovett, Edward Adelman, Lee Noel Chase, Dan Hisel. Commissioner Absent: Associate Commissioners Present: Richard Neumeier, Robert Adams. Associate Commissioner Absent: Brien Cooper. Staff Present: Abigail McCabe, Planning Director, Mark Barrett, Project Manager of Public Facilities th Chair Paul O’Shaughnessy called the April 4, 2024 Historic Districts Commission meeting to order at 6:02pm. FORMAL HEARING Chair Paul O’Shaughnessy opened the formal hearing for 1874 Massachusetts Avenue, exterior alterations (Fencing Extension) in the Battle Green Historic District Documents Full plan set of proposed alteration: dated February 15, 2024 Photographs of entire place of each building elevation visible from the public way: dated February 15, 2024 Material List: dated February 15, 2024 Work Scope Narrative: dated February 15, 2024 Legal Advertisement Authorization Form: dated February 15, 2024 The applicants explained the proposed portion of railing added to surround mechanical pit to match adjacent existing railing plans to the Cary Library at 1874 Mass Ave. The Commission felt this application was appropriate. No public comments. Motion was granted and seconded to issue a Certificate of Appropriateness for exterior changes to 1874 Massachusetts Avenue. Motion carried, all in favor. Historic Districts Commission 1 / 5 Chair Paul O’Shaughnessy opened the formal hearing for 1690 Massachusetts Avenue, exterior alterations (Signage) in the Battle Green Historic District Documents Full plan set of proposed alteration: dated February 8, 2024 Photographs of entire place of each building elevation visible from the public way: dated February 8, 2024 Material List: dated February 8, 2024 Work Scope Narrative: dated February 8, 2024 Owner Authorization Letter: dated February 8, 2024 Legal Advertisement Authorization Form: dated February 8, 2024 The applicants explained the proposed signage plans at 1690 Massachusetts Avenue. The Commission felt this application was appropriate. No Public Comments. Motion was granted and seconded to issue a Certificate of Appropriateness for exterior changes to 1690 Massachusetts Avenue. Motion carried, all in favor. Chair Paul O’Shaughnessy opened the formal hearing for 1011 Massachusetts Avenue, exterior alterations (Window Replacement) in the East Village Historic District Documents Full plan set of proposed alteration: dated February 23, 2024 Photographs of entire place of each building elevation visible from the public way: dated February 23, 2024 Material List: dated February 23, 2024 Work Scope Narrative: dated February 23, 2024 Catalogue cut sheets: dated February 23, 2024 Owner Authorization Letter: dated February 23, 2024 Legal Advertisement Authorization Form: dated March 11, 2024 The applicants explained the proposed window replacement plans at 1011 Massachusetts Avenue. The Commission agreed to continue this hearing to next meeting with drawing details and window specifications. Lee Noel Chase will serve as liaison for this application. No Public Comments. Chair Paul O’Shaughnessy opened the formal hearing for 30 Hancock Street, exterior alterations (Deck and roof replacement of porch) in the Hancock Clark Historic District Documents Full plan set of proposed alteration: dated March 1, 2024 Photographs of entire place of each building elevation visible from the public way: dated March 1, 2024 Material List: dated March 1, 2024 Work Scope Narrative: dated March 1, 2024 Legal Advertisement Authorization Form: dated March 1, 2024 The applicants explained the proposed deck and roofing replacement of porch plans at 30 Hancock Street. Historic Districts Commission 2 / 5 The Commission felt this application was appropriate with some material details to be followed up. Dan Hisel will serve as quasi-liaison for this application to follow up some material details. No Public Comments. Motion was granted and seconded to issue a Certificate of Appropriateness for exterior changes to 30 Hancock Street subject to materials. Motion carried, all in favor. Chair Paul O’Shaughnessy opened the formal hearing for 1777 Massachusetts Avenue, exterior alterations (Exterior Alteration) in the Battle Green Historic District Documents Full plan set of proposed alteration: dated February 28, 2024 Photographs of entire place of each building elevation visible from the public way: dated February 28, 2024 Material List: dated February 28, 2024 Work Scope Narrative: dated February 28, 2024 Catalogue cut sheets: dated February 28, 2024 Owner Authorization Letter: February 28, 2024 Legal Advertisement Authorization Form: dated February 28, 2024 Existing and Proposed Photometrics Plan: dated March 13, 2024 The applicants explained the proposed exterior alteration plans for the structure at 1777 Massachusetts Avenue. The Commission felt this application was appropriate except for the details of entry door. Edward Adelman will follow up the drawing details of entry door for this application. No Public Comments. Motion was granted and seconded to issue a Certificate of Appropriateness for exterior changes to 1777 Massachusetts Avenue with two conditions – front-facing divided lights to either side of the door are preserved & additional detail drawing in terms of a cross-section of how the entry door will work. Motion carried, all in favor. Chair Paul O’Shaughnessy opened the formal hearing for 4 Gibson Road, exterior alterations (Additions) in the East Village Historic District Documents Full plan set of proposed alteration: dated February 1, 2024 Photographs of entire place of each building elevation visible from the public way: dated January 31, 2024 Site Plan: dated February 1, 2024 Material List: dated February 1, 2024 Work Scope Narrative: dated February 1, 2024 Catalogue cut sheets: dated February 1, 2024 Owner Authorization Letter: dated February 1, 2024 Legal Advertisement Authorization Form: dated January 31, 2024 Photos of existing structure: dated January 31, 2024 Garage Door Brochure: dated February 1, 2024 Historic Districts Commission 3 / 5 The applicants explained the proposed addition plans for the structure at 4 Gibson Road. The Commission felt this application was appropriate on the conditions of the design of the triple window arrangement and a recommendation that the garage be cited as presented for architectural and landscaping reasons. The Commission support the application for the Zoning variance of the special permit. No Public Comments. Motion was granted and seconded to issue a Certificate of Appropriateness for exterior changes to 4 Gibson Road subject to ZBA’s approval. Motion carried with Lee Noel Chase abstention, all in favor. Chair Paul O’Shaughnessy opened the formal hearing for 4 Percy Road, exterior alterations (New Construction) in the Munroe Tavern Historic District Documents Full plan set of proposed alteration: dated January 31, 2024 Photographs of entire place of each building elevation visible from the public way: dated January 31, 2024 Material List: dated January 31, 2024 Work Scope Narrative: dated January 31, 2024 Owner Authorization Letter: dated January 29, 2024 Legal Advertisement Authorization Form: dated January 29, 2024 Updated Materials list: dated March 20, 2024 4 Percy Rd – HDC Submission Plans: dated March 20, 2024 Letter from Lexington Historical Society: dated April 3, 2024 The applicants explained the proposed new construction plans for the site at 4 Percy Road. The Commission agreed to continue this hearing to a future meeting with a new drawing and design. Chair Paul O’Shaughnessy disclosed that he is a board member of Lexington Historical Society. Abigail McCabe, Planning Director, explained the lot subdivision details for the lot of 4 Percy Road. Anne Lee, director of Lexington Historical Society, expressed her concerns on the Munroe Tavern and Tavern Lane regarding the new construction on the site of 4 Percy Rd. CONTINUED HEARING Chair Paul O’Shaughnessy opened the continued hearing for 33 Marrett Road, exterior alterations (Signage) in the Munroe Tavern Historic District Documents DAR sign placement: dated March 28, 2024 Ariel Photo: dated March 28, 2024 DAR Sign – 33 Marrett Rd: dated March 28, 2024 Site layout: dated March 28, 2024 The applicants explained the updated National America 250 Patriots Marker for the 250th Anniversary of the American Revolution plans at 33 Marrett Rd. The Commission felt this application was appropriate. Dan Hisel has been served as liaison for this application. No Public Comments. Historic Districts Commission 4 / 5 Motion was granted and seconded to issue a Certificate of Appropriateness for exterior changes to 33 Marrett Road. Motion carried with Lee Noel Chase abstention, all in favor. INFORMAL HEARING Demolition – 7 Raymond Street (Battle Green Historic District) The Commission reviewed the proposed demolition plans of the structure at 7 Raymond Street. ACTION ITEMS th Consideration and vote on Meeting Minutes of the meeting held on March 7, 2024: The th Commission made a motion to approve the minutes of the meeting held on March 7, 2024 as written. Motion carried with Lee Noel Chase abstention. All in favor. The Commission made a motion to adjourn at 10:21pm. Motion carried. All in favor. Historic Districts Commission 5 / 5