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Commission approves basement window, door and egress work at 2021 Rivermont Avenue
Summary
Owners Nancy and Kevin Brandt received approval to repair and replace a mix of original and non‑original basement and above‑grade windows and to replace a non‑repairable door at 2021 Rivermont Avenue. The commission emphasized restoring original trim and salvaging removed sashes for future reuse.
The Lynchburg Historic Preservation Commission approved a multi‑elevation plan from property owners Nancy and Kevin Brandt to rehabilitate and, where necessary, replace windows and a non‑repairable door at 2021 Rivermont Avenue.
Kevin Brandt described the property’s historic window pattern, referencing original drawings from 1913 and distinguishing between operable original sashes and non‑original, inoperable windows. Commissioners pressed for restoration of visible original windows where feasible and accepted replacement of non‑original windows — particularly those that serve basement bedrooms and are required for egress — with materials that match the existing light pattern and trim. The commission also approved replacement of a non‑repairable door at the rear elevation.
Commissioners advised the applicants to salvage removed sashes and store them on the property for possible future reuse and encouraged preservation of front‑facing trim and corner blocks where possible. The commission approved the application as submitted.
