Commission approves exterior changes for 305 West Loveland, clearing way for new deli and market

The Loveland Historic Preservation and Planning Commission voted to approve Certificate of Appropriateness case number 2026-1 for exterior alterations at 305 West Loveland, clearing the way for an application from Leah Moss to open "Favorite Things Deli and Market." A staff presenter told the commission the proposed changes — a new navy paint, matching door color and two navy-and-white striped awnings in place of an existing front awning — comply with the commission's design guidelines and applicable zoning standards.

Commissioners asked whether signage was part of the request; the presenter said window signage would be used and that the proposed street signage did not fall under the commission's jurisdiction. "Everything that she's proposing meets zoning code," the staff member said, noting the materials and paint samples were included in the meeting packet.

After brief discussion about the facade, a member moved to approve the COA, the motion was seconded and commissioners voted in favor by voice vote.

The approval covers exterior paint and awning changes as presented. The applicant and staff were reminded that separate sign permits or other approvals may be required if additional street-facing signage is added. The commission offered the applicant well wishes for the business.

The commission handled the item as part of its regular certificate-of-appropriateness review and did not attach additional conditions beyond the standard documentation and any conditions listed in the approval notice. The commission recorded the motion as "approve COA case number 2026-1" and carried the motion by voice vote.