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Board approves roof re‑pitch and shingle change at 129 Morgan Street
Summary
The board approved BAR24‑522 allowing an owner to re‑pitch failing roof sections and change shingle color on a 1970 house at 129 Morgan Street; members agreed the work affects non‑primary elevations and will address leaks and structural failure points.
The Winchester Board of Architectural Review approved a certificate of appropriateness for BAR24‑522 to re‑pitch failing portions of the roof at 129 Morgan Street and to replace existing shingles with a darker gray tone to better match the building.
The applicant described a series of failing flat roof sections and localized leaks caused by multiple prior additions and mounted equipment; she said an engineer designed a revised roof pitch for the rear half of the house to eliminate flat spots and chronic leaks. She also told the board that the flat sections were not in active use and that repairs would address long‑standing water damage.
Board discussion focused on visibility (the work affects a non‑primary elevation), materials, and how the proposed changes align with Chapter 3 (residential rehabilitation) of the guidelines. Members generally agreed the repairs improved the roof’s long‑term performance and did not harm the street‑facing elevation.
A board member moved to approve BAR24‑522 as presented; the motion was seconded and approved by voice vote.
The approval covers the re‑pitching work, the change in shingle tone, repair of existing stucco and porch details, and restoration of windows and shutters as described in the applicant’s drawings. The board did not attach additional conditions beyond compliance with the details shown in the submission.
