The board recorded votes on several Certificate of Appropriateness (COA) applications and adopted routine staff approvals during this meeting.

COA 2501052 — 1515 Hamlet (window replacement): Staff described a proposal to replace four original wood windows with Rosati black vinyl windows. After applicant testimony that the proposed windows would have a vinyl exterior and poplar wood interior, the board agreed to a conditional approval that requires the applicant to provide Rosati’s sight‑line (profile/depth) documentation showing the sight line is no greater than 50% of the second‑floor windows. If the sight line exceeds that threshold the applicant must either return for further review or use an Andersen 100 series window previously approved for other work on the property. Motion: Mr. Mather; second: Mr. Reeds. Roll call recorded affirmative votes from Mr. Fleming, Mr. Reeds, Mr. Smanski and Mr. Mather. Outcome: approved (conditional).

COA 2501212 — 2034 North High St. (secondary egress and ADA lift): Staff said the project installs below‑grade stairs and an ADA lift to provide a second means of egress for a basement tenant; staff recommended approval. Applicant confirmed the work will provide separate exterior access for the lower‑level tenant. Motion: Mr. Fleming; second: Mr. Reeds. Outcome: approved as submitted.

COA 2501217 — 70 E. 18th Ave (siding, porch and door changes): Staff presented proposed exterior alterations including removal of upper asphalt shingle siding and replacement with smooth Hardy board painted Sherwin‑Williams Colonial Revival Stone Green, rebuild of a rear porch and roof, Trex decking and composite railing, and replacement of two front doors with one steel door and sidelights. Staff recommended support; board moved to approve. Motion: Mr. Fleming; second: Mr. Mather. Outcome: approved as submitted.

Staff approvals: The board adopted a set of routine staff approvals (front door replacement, HRC‑related reroofing and chimney reinstatement, two wall signs and a mural replacement), moving them into the record. Motion: Mr. Mather; second: Mr. Smanski. Outcome: approved.

What to watch for: For COA 2501052, the applicant must provide the Rosati sight‑line documentation to staff demonstrating the window profile meets the 50% threshold or substitute an Andersen 100 series window; the board recorded the conditional vote and the applicant was instructed to return only if the documentation shows the profile exceeds the agreed threshold.