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DRC approves inward‑folding display windows and paint scheme for new juice bar at 106–108 East Main
Summary
The Development Review Committee approved folding black powder‑coated display windows and a Chippendale‑rose paint scheme for a proposed juice bar at 106–108 East Main, adding a condition that the bifold windows fold inward so they do not encroach on the public right‑of‑way; the project was found exempt under CEQA Section 15301, Class 1.
Vanessa, the associate planner, presented the application for 106–108 East Main Street proposing three exterior modifications: replacement of ground‑level display windows with black powder‑coated folding (bifold) windows, repainting the building in a preapproved historic color called Chippendale rose with white trim, and exempt signage. The property includes storefronts numbered 106 and 108 and was described in the staff report as a priority‑2 historic building.
Committee members discussed whether proposed fold‑open windows could encroach on the pedestrian path of travel; Catherine Dykes (senior engineer, DRC member) emphasized ADA/path‑of‑travel requirements, noting folding elements must not obstruct the interior minimum clear walkway. The committee added a condition requiring the bifold windows to fold inward and bolt to the building so they do not encroach into the public right‑of‑way.
Members also discussed the visibility of transom windows currently covered by a board and the presence of an exhaust hood associated with an adjacent kitchen; staff and the applicant agreed final plans should resolve transom details and any exposed utilities during building‑permit review. Wendy, identified as an owner and business operator, and her husband (Sharone) were referenced in the site inspection; Wendy asked whether the windows might be replaced and discussed the intention to retain transoms where feasible.
Amy Wilson moved approval with the added inward‑folding condition; Catherine Dykes seconded. The motion passed by voice vote, 4–0, and staff will include the condition and require final drawings and color chips as part of permit submittal.
Next steps: applicant to provide final window specifications showing inward folding, submit color samples, and resolve transom/exhaust details in the building permit application.
