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Board clears enclosing of rear porch at 820 Fillmore Alley; certificate issued
Summary
The Madison Historic Board of Review granted a certificate of appropriateness to enclose the rear porch at 820 Fillmore Alley; the owner will install cedar framing, sliding windows and enclose the lower rail with solid panels. Staff will advise on whether a building permit/inspection is required.
The Madison Historic Board of Review on Jan. 27 granted a certificate of appropriateness for the enclosure of a rear porch at 820 Fillmore Alley, a contributing structure from the 1930s in the historic district. The board found the proposed enclosure consistent with guidelines for rear porches and compatible with the building’s existing materials.
The applicant (listed in the hearing record as the owner of 820 Fillmore Alley) described the project: “I just wanna make it a year round room,” the applicant said, explaining the plan to glass in the porch between existing 6‑by‑6 posts, insulate the floor, and provide sliding windows with a solid lower rail. Board member Bill Jewell reviewed the findings of fact and recommended approval, noting that the proposal would not alter the primary facade and that materials proposed—cedar framing and solid panels on the lower rail—were appropriate.
The board voted to approve the certificate of appropriateness. Staff told the applicant the certificate would be mailed and that the building inspector would determine whether a permit or inspection is required for work that already has a roof in place.
The motion recorded the approval and directs staff to issue the certificate and advise the applicant on any necessary building permits or inspections.
