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Commission approves railing work at 318 West Liberty Street
Summary
The commission approved COA 2025-03 to install wooden balusters and railings at 318 West Liberty Street, agreeing with staff that painted pressure-treated wood will be appropriate in the historic district.
The Charles Town Historic Landmark Commission approved COA 2025-03, allowing the installation of wooden balusters and railings at 318 West Liberty Street. Staff presented the application and recommended approval; the applicant's representative noted that prior exterior work began before the overlay and that the proposed balusters will be painted to match the historic streetscape.
A public commenter representing the project noted the work began in 2018 and that the proposed materials reflect nearby precedent. The commission opened and closed the public hearing and then approved the application as presented by staff. The approval included the staff condition that railings coordinate with porch features and be painted rather than left as bare pressure-treated wood.
