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DRC says revised accessory building at 1008 Fair Street is improved but asks for dormer and entrance refinements
Summary
Owner/applicant Jacob Lane returned with a revised detached garage design at 1008 Fair Street that lowers the ridge and simplifies roof complexity. Staff and DRC members praised progress and asked for the dormer to be set down off the ridge, window rhythm adjustments, and a calmer entry roof detail.
An applicant for a detached garage at 1008 Fair Street presented a revised accessory building that reduces roof complexity and lowers the overall ridge so the accessory structure remains subordinate to the principal house.
City staff and multiple DRC members said the applicant had incorporated previous feedback by simplifying roof forms, lowering the ridge so the accessory structure is subordinate to the principal building, and removing some shed dormers. Staff recommended shifting one dormer down off the ridge and adjusting the front window configuration to better align with the rhythm and spacing on the historic building.
Commissioners suggested simplifying the small covered entry roof—one member recommended moving the door back to the secondary wall with a simpler shed roof or bracket to avoid a complex roof intersection. Other items staff asked the applicant to include in a future submittal were a right‑elevation rendering, lighting specifications, material lists and a plan showing how existing walls would be protected during construction.
The DRC said the revised scheme is a clear improvement but asked the applicant to return with the additional elevations and clarified details before Historic Zoning Commission review.
