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Window-replacement plan for 800 Michigan Ave flagged for review by preservation commission
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Summary
Commission staff reported a phased window-replacement proposal at 800 Michigan Avenue, including color samples intended to match existing doorways; staff noted some windows were replaced without a permit and the review period remains open for about a week.
City staff brought a window-replacement proposal for 800 Michigan Avenue to the commission’s attention under new business.
A staff member said the owner (Rumley) is planning phased window replacements and has selected a Sherwin-Williams color meant to match entryway trim on Jefferson and Michigan; staff included color samples in the packet. The staff member said some windows had been installed without a permit and the project will be considered during the remaining week of review.
Staff compared the proposal to a recent phased window project at the Lincoln Way Cafe building, noting that the mixed commercial-residential use of the 800 Michigan Avenue property makes usable windows an important consideration. The staff member asked commissioners for any preview comments they might have ahead of the formal review decision.
What happens next: the downtown design standards review process continues during the remaining review week; staff will report back with the decision at a subsequent meeting or by administrative action as required.
