HomeMy WebLinkAbout1998-08-06TOWN OF LEXINGTON
Massachusetts
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Minutes of August 6, 1998
Commissioners in attendance: Ian Adamson, Joann Gschwendtner, Stephen Politi; Associate
Commissioners: Walter Bergler, Elaine Doran, Eleanor MacQueen
PETITIONS HEARD:
HISTORIC DISTRICTS COMMISSION
72 Waltham Street - This hcaring was continued from the July meeting. Eric and Kim Zanin were
represented by Steve Hurley. Two shed dormers on opposite sides of the roof were approved, as
was the substitution of lattice for two doors on the back of the house under the porch. Certificate
98C -71.
41 -49 Waltham Street - David Petkewich presented a proposal for the updating of the Guardian
Savings building. The Commission felt that there was not enough specific information presented
to approve. Overall the Commission felt the building would be much improved. The hearing was
continued.
1840 Massachusetts Avenue - Nancy Leger of Boston Federal Savings Bank came with Jim Smith
from the sign center, Amy Timmerman from marketing, and a mason who will be doing the
proposed stone work. Ms. Leger requested a new and larger sign as well as improvements to the
area in front of the bank. The Commission felt that the sign was too large and busy. Plans for
paving the area in the front, installing granite planters, window boxes and benches were presented.
The hearing was continued to allow the bank to address the concerns of the Commission.
1656 Massachusetts Avenue - No one appeared to present this petition. The Commission voted
to deny the petition unless the Commission receives a request for continuance.
1709 Massachusetts Avenue - Howard Gevertz and his attorney Frederick Conway carne before
the Commission to discuss the umbrellas that have been in use on the second floor patio. The
Commission granted a temporary Certificate of Approval for the umbrellas which expires
September 30, 1998. Certificate 98C -72.
6 Hancock Avenue - Mary Pat Happ received approval of a new trim color. She will return next
month with plans for gutters and a storm door. Certificate 98C -73.
627 Massachusetts Avenue - Mirko Matejic sought a modification of his Certificate of
Appropriateness, number 98C -14, for the enclosure of his carport. The original plan was to
construct the rear wall on top of an existing stonewall. Due to structural concerns Mr. Matejic
would now like to move the wall back. The Commission is sympathetic to the problem but had no
immediate solution. Mr. Matejic will meet with his contractor and architect and then present his
plans to Ian Adamson for review.
Historic Districts Commission Meeting, August 6, 1998
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OTHER BUSINESS:
Minutes for the following Commission meetings were approved: July 3, 1997; August 7,
1997; September 4, 1997; October 2, 1997; November 6, 1997; December 4, 1997;
January 7, 1998; February 5, 1998; March 5, 1998; and July 2, 1998.
Re- roofing policy was adopted. (See attached)
Application and Guidelines. A draft version was reviewed. Comments will be passed
along to the sub - committee of Joann Gschwendtner, John Davies and Rick Bechtel to be
incorporated into the documents. This is seen as an ongoing project that will be revised
by the Commission as the need arises.