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DRB approves Valencia Way renovations with color and detail conditions, grants 18‑month compliance window
Summary
The Reston DRB approved the G‑1629 Valencia Way renovation with conditions requiring fascia/rake color‑matching and window trim to mimic existing stucco details; the board set an 18‑month deadline for the owner to complete work.
The Reston Design Review Board voted unanimously to approve design revisions for 1629 Valencia Way with two conditions: matching the fascia and rake boards to existing façade colors and ensuring new windows replicate the existing stucco window trim detail. Pete Romanoli, the applicant, presented updated engineering drawings and renderings that incorporated DRB feedback on roof and window design.
Board members praised the updated presentation but asked staff and the applicant to confirm color choices and a window brick‑mold detail to maintain consistency with the cluster’s existing stucco elements. During the meeting Mike B and other members raised schedule and enforcement concerns; the owner said an immediate full renovation would be costly. The DRB set an 18‑month timeline for the owner to complete the required modifications, a timeline the applicant called challenging but not impossible.
Motion and vote: Chair moved to approve with the stated modifications; the motion passed 6‑0. Staff will track compliance and follow up on the deadline.
Next steps: Applicant to confirm final color selections and window trim details with staff; DRB staff to monitor completion within the 18‑month compliance period.
