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HDRC unanimously approves Hink Block exterior paint and awning reroof in downtown Auburn
Summary
The Historic Design Review Commission approved a permit to repaint the Hink Block (818–846 Lincoln Way) and replace a cedar‑shake awning with a metal standing‑seam roof; staff recommended approval and noted cedar shake is prohibited for replacement under the local ordinance because of fire‑safety/WUI rules.
The Historic Design Review Commission on March 17 unanimously approved a permit to repaint the exterior of the Hink Block (818–846 Lincoln Way) and to reroof the existing wood‑shake awning with a metal standing‑seam covering.
Planning Director Tia Klump presented the application, saying the Hink Block is a contributing building in Auburn’s downtown historic district and that the proposal includes new body and trim paint (colors drawn from the commission’s Sherwin‑Williams historic palette) and replacement of the cedar‑shake…
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