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Martha Jefferson House door replacement deferred after board questions about historic character and accessibility
Summary
The Charlottesville Board of Architectural Review discussed a Certificate of Appropriateness request to replace the front door and sidelights at the Martha Jefferson House. Applicants cited accessibility and security needs; multiple commissioners said the door and sidelights appear historic and urged retrofit options. The applicant requested and the board accepted a deferral to pursue alternatives.
Charlottesville — The Board of Architectural Review deferred a Certificate of Appropriateness request from the Martha Jefferson House after members questioned whether the existing entry is a character‑defining historic feature and urged the applicant to pursue less‑destructive security and accessibility options.
What was proposed: The applicant proposed replacing the exterior front door and sidelights with a wider aluminum storefront-style door and an automatic opener to improve accessibility for residents using wheelchairs…
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