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Commission approves revised dormer plan for 3 LaSalle Place with matching windows condition
Summary
After revisions that removed a front window and balcony, the commission conditionally approved dormer revisions at 3 LaSalle Place, asking that the dormers present a continuous elevation and matching window heights to reduce visual intrusion.
The commission approved a revised application for 3 LaSalle Place (Tim Spillane) after the applicant’s architect, Dan Perkinrother (S7), removed an originally proposed front window, upper gable and recessed third‑floor balcony. Commissioners praised the responsiveness to prior feedback but debated whether the stepped dormer constituted a modern intrusion on a contributing building. Several commissioners recommended making both dormers continuous rather than using a setback to reduce precedent concerns.
After discussion the commission adopted a motion to approve with one condition: the dormers should present a continuous elevation with matching window heights and window profiles on both sides. The commission also approved the proposed rear door and landing as presented. Commissioners said the conditional change balanced the applicant’s interior programming needs with the district’s visual standards.
