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Commission approves projecting sign for 231 West Washington Street
Summary
The Charles Town Historic Preservation Commission unanimously approved a 2-by-3-foot metal projecting sign for 231 West Washington Street after staff found the unlit sign met zoning and design criteria; applicant Casey Crafts described the sign as "modest."
The Charles Town Historic Preservation Commission unanimously approved a Certificate of Appropriateness on the installation of a 2‑by‑3‑foot metal projecting sign above the entrance at 231 West Washington Street. Staff told the commission the proposed sign would not be lit and meets the commission's zoning and design criteria for the contributing classical‑revival building.
Staff member (speaker S4) described the structure as the former bank and said the projecting sign will not extend more than the allowed distance into the public right of way. Applicant Casey Crafts said the sign is "a modest sign" and asked the commission for approval.
The commission opened and closed a public hearing, then moved and seconded to approve the COA as presented. The motion carried by unanimous consent; staff said it will follow up with a confirmation email to the applicant.
The approval allows the sign as proposed (metal construction, roughly 2 feet high by 3 feet wide, unlit). The commission did not attach additional conditions in the discussion recorded on the record. The applicant may proceed with permitting and sign production subject to any ministerial building permits required by the city.
Staff will send the applicant a written confirmation of the approval and any next‑step instructions.
