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Historic commission approves Wendy’s Easton Avenue exterior updates
Summary
The Historic Preservation Advisory Commission approved exterior renovations and signage updates for an existing Wendy’s on Easton Avenue, concluding the changes will not increase sign height and that the main illuminated sign will remain on the Eastern Avenue side as currently configured.
The Historic Preservation Advisory Commission voted to approve exterior elevations and material samples for an existing Wendy’s on Easton Avenue, finding the proposed changes keep the building’s scale and signage consistent with the commercial streetscape.
Presenter (speaker 3), representing the project team, described the work as a brand update: “It’s an existing Wendy’s that is just getting a facelift to the modern Wendy’s branding,” and said the only elevation change is a branding element on the drive‑thru (east‑facing) side of the building. The team provided elevation drawings and material samples for the commission’s review.
Commissioners questioned whether sign height or illumination would increase. The project representatives said sign size would remain the same and that the Eastern Avenue sign is currently lit and will remain lit; they emphasized the new signage would comply with zoning. Chair (speaker 2) confirmed the presentation contained the information needed.
Presenter (speaker 3) moved to approve the submitted elevations and materials; the motion was seconded by the chair and passed by voice vote with aye recorded and no opposition. The commission noted no public hearing was required for this item.
The project team will provide finalized copies of the plans and materials to staff for the record. As approved, the work is limited to exterior repainting, updated façade materials and replacement signage matching the allowable dimensions and illumination described at the meeting.
