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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, August 1, 2024
Meeting Conducted by Remote Participation
Commissioners Present: Paul O’Shaughnessy, Chair, Lee Noel Chase, Edward Adelman, Robin Lovett,
Dan Hisel.
Commissioner Absent:
Associate Commissioners Present: Richard Neumeier, Brien Cooper.
Associate Commissioner Absent:
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Chair Paul O’Shaughnessy called the August 1, 2024 Historic Districts Commission meeting to
order at 6:02pm.
FORMAL HEARING
Chair Paul O’Shaughnessy opened the formal hearing for 1364 Massachusetts Avenue, exterior
alterations (Reroofing) in the Munroe Tavern Historic District
Documents
Full plan set of proposed alteration: dated July 11, 2024
Photographs of entire place of each building elevation visible from the public way: dated July 11, 2024
Material List: dated July 11, 2024
Work Scope Narrative: dated July 11, 2024
Legal Advertisement Authorization Form: dated July 11, 2024
The homeowner explained the proposed reroofing plans for the structure at 1364 Massachusetts Avenue.
They stated the new roof will be in a light color.
The Commission approved this application as presented with one condition that the color of new roof
should match the color of existing roof. The color of new shingle will be charcoal.
No Public Comments.
Motion was granted and seconded to issue a Certificate of Appropriateness for exterior changes to
1364 Massachusetts Avenue. Motion carried, All in favor.
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Chair Paul O’Shaughnessy opened the formal hearing for 15 Meriam Street, exterior alterations
(Chimney Demolition and Balcony Railing and Post Replacement) in the Battle Green Historic
District
Documents
Full plan set of proposed alteration: dated July 10, 2024
Photographs of entire place of each building elevation visible from the public way: dated July 10, 2024
Material List: dated July 10, 2024
Work Scope Narrative: dated July 10, 2024
Legal Advertisement Authorization Form: dated July 10, 2024
HDC Memo: dated July 29, 2024
15_Meriam_St_Lexington_Layout_HDC: dated July 29, 2024
Presentation-HDC-August12024: dated August1, 2024
The applicant/homeowner explained the proposed exterior Chimney Demolition and Balcony Railing and
Post Replacement plans for the structure at 15 Meriam Street.
The Commission encouraged the owner to retain and preserve the exterior appearance of those two
chimneys. Dan Hisel will serve as liaison for this application. Dan Hisel was granted authority to approve
the faux brick chimneys. The Commission approved the replacement of chimneys in kind, and the details
of the chimney to be delegated to Dan Hisel’s review. This application will continue to September HDC
meeting for the review of Balcony Railing and Post Replacement.
No Public Comments.
Chair Paul O’Shaughnessy made a motion to conditionally approve the architectural in-kind
replacement of chimneys, which will be pending administrative approval by Dan Hisel. Dan Hisel
Seconded. Roll Call Vote: Richard Neumeier - Yes, Paul O’Shaughnessy – Yes, Dan Hisel – Yes,
Edward Adelman – Yes, Robin Lovett -Yes, Brien Cooper – Yes, Lee Noel Chase - Yes. Motion
carried, All in favor.
CONTINUED HEARING
Chair Paul O’Shaughnessy opened the continued hearing for 611 Massachusetts Avenue, exterior
alterations (Exterior colors – New Construction) in the East Village Historic District
Documents
611 Mass Ave exterior colors dated 7-26-2024 & 8-1-2024: dated July 29, 2024
The architect explained the proposed exterior color plans for the new construction at 611 Massachusetts
Avenue.
The Commission approved the GAF Slateline Shingles colors “Weathered Slate”. Lee Noel Chase will
serve as liaison for this application to review alternate colors for sash and front door.
No Public Comments.
Motion was granted and seconded to issue a Certificate of Appropriateness for exterior changes to
611 Massachusetts Avenue on the condition of Lee Noel Chase’s administrative review with regards
to sash and front door. Motion carried, All in favor.
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ACTION ITEMS
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Consideration and vote on Meeting Minutes of the meeting held on June 6, 2024 & July 11, 2024:
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The Commission made a motion to approve the minutes of the meeting held on June 6, 2024 &
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July 11, 2024 as written. Motion carried with Dan Hisel, Richard Neumeier, and Brien Cooper
abstention. All in favor.
The Commission made a motion to adjourn at 7:37pm. Motion carried. All in favor.
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