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Design Review Board approves exterior remodel, requires fabric awning for 606 Charles Street
Summary
The La Plata Design Review Board approved exterior alterations for C Street Tobacco at 606 Charles Street, including new cornice, shutters, sign and lighting, and added a condition requiring a fabric awning to match neighborhood character to the planning director's satisfaction.
The La Plata Design Review Board on Oct. 8 approved a renovation package for the C Street Tobacco storefront at 606 Charles Street that includes new cornice and trim, window shutters, a 26.5-square-foot wall sign, a new awning and additional security lighting.
The decision matters because the board approved changes intended to restore features consistent with the town’s community design guidelines after staff cited the business for previously removing a mansard roof without permits. Joel Dooley, the town’s planning director, told the board the applicant had removed the mansard roof on June 6, 2025, without consulting staff and was subsequently cited by code enforcement, and that the current application was presented to address and enhance the building in keeping with the guidelines.
Dooley described the package as an application for “4-2025” and listed the principal elements: a…
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