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Design Review Board approves rear addition at 119 Van Dam with minor conditions
Summary
The board approved a two‑story rear addition and exterior modifications at 119 Van Dam, commending the applicant for incorporating prior feedback (fiber cement siding, recessed addition) and asking for some detailing on windows, foundation parging and porch lattice to be finalized.
Homeowner Dennis Gosher returned to the board with revised plans for a two‑story, 1,200‑square‑foot rear addition at 119 Van Dam. The updated design used fiber‑cement siding, aluminum‑clad windows for the addition, and preserved the historic front porch. The board praised the applicant for incorporating earlier guidance and focused discussion on window symmetry, foundation treatment and porch details.
Board decision: The DRB approved the rear addition as presented with one exception noted in the written notice of decision and recommended the applicant consider parging or a finished foundation treatment and to provide details for trim and lattice. Members emphasized preserving and, where feasible, restoring original front‑facade features when budgets allow.
Next steps: Applicant to follow conditions identified in the notice of decision; staff will issue the approval notice so applicant can proceed with building permits.
