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Decatur ARB reviews extension of awning, rear porch and deck at 814 Sherman SE
Summary
At its June 12 meeting the Decatur Architectural Review Board discussed a certificate of appropriateness application for 814 Sherman Street SE to extend an existing metal awning to the rear corner, replace a rotted wood stoop in-kind and add a covered rear porch and deck; no final vote was recorded during the meeting.
The Decatur Architectural Review Board on June 12 considered a certificate of appropriateness application for 814 Sherman Street SE that would extend an existing metal awning to the back corner of the house, replace a rotted wood stoop in-kind and add a covered rear porch and a rear deck.
Board staff told members the proposed awning matches the existing mid‑century metal awning details, would be longer to reach the rear corner, and would not be visible from the public right of way because the house is set back from Eighth Avenue. The staff report cited the city's design standards sections for awnings and rear decks as the basis for review.
Staff said the new landing, stairs and rail would replicate the current pattern and that the rear deck is recessed from side walls to reduce visibility. The report noted that metal awnings are considered appropriate for mid‑century dwellings and that decks on historic buildings should be located at the rear and attached so they can be removed without significant damage. Staff also observed the existing awning "is likely" original to mid‑20th century construction.
Board members asked about color and visibility. One board member commented, "I think it's green. It's a dusty green," when discussing the awning color shown in the packet. Staff confirmed the awning and deck elements are set back and not prominently visible from the street.
No formal vote on the certificate of appropriateness was recorded in the transcript. The board heard the staff presentation and asked clarifying questions; staff indicated the proposal meets the cited design standards for awnings and rear decks and will proceed according to the ARB's review process.
Next steps: staff will continue processing the COA application under the board's standard review procedures; no further timeline or final action was recorded during the June 12 meeting.
