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Historic-review commission tables renovation plan for 639 S. Chadbourne, asks for more detail
Summary
The Design/Historic Review Commission tabled a certificate of appropriateness for 639 South Chadbourne after staff presentation and board concerns about missing dimensions, lighting, awning details and unclear demolition plans; staff had recommended approval subject to conditions.
The Design/Historic Review Commission on Monday tabled a request to renovate the building at 639 South Chadbourne after members said the application lacked key details needed for review.
Arden, the city planner who presented the case, said the applicant seeks a certificate of appropriateness to repair the front facade in a 1920s “speakeasy” style, install cedar doors and a flat awning, add a projecting sign pole and pave the rear lot while installing a mural on an existing metal fence. Arden told the panel staff recommended approval subject to three conditions: consistency with the board’s direction, an encroachment agreement for…
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