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HDC approves Forest Spruce Lane addition with lattice detail on west elevation
Summary
The Historic District Commission approved a revised addition design for a Forest Spruce Lane property, voting 4–1 to accept Option A with a latticeed lower portion on the west elevation and to file Exhibit A documenting the change.
The Nantucket Historic District Commission voted 4–1 on May 13 to approve an addition at a Forest Spruce Lane address, adopting “Option A” with a latticeed lower portion on the west elevation as the final design.
Why it matters: Commissioners focused on how the addition’s massing reads in the neighborhood, especially relief of a tall south wall and the appearance of the lower, water-table area facing the marsh. The approved option modifies materials and introduces a lattice/“water table” treatment below the shingle to reduce apparent height and to align better with local vernacular.
Details of the approval - The applicant (represented by Vale) presented three material/design options to break up a long south wall. Commissioners favored Option A with a lattice-like lower section to read as a foundation/water table and shingles above. - Commissioner Joe moved to approve Option A with a lattice on the lower west elevation as an Exhibit A; Joe agreed to prepare the exhibit for staff filing. - The motion carried 4–1; Commissioner Abby cast the lone opposing vote.
Commissioners’ rationale and conditions - Commissioner Angus and others said the lattice/water-table detail makes the structure read lower and more like local historic examples near marsh/harbor areas. - Commissioners asked that the lattice or lower material be detailed to read like a foundation (masonry look or appropriate cladding) and that the exhibit show proportions and materials to be used; staff will confirm the final exhibit reflects the approved detail.
Next steps The motion included a request that the final Exhibit A be provided to the HDC office and that staff verify the installed materials match the Exhibit A. The applicant will return Exhibit A to the office for incorporation into the COA file.
