A Certificate of Appropriateness to alter existing accessory structure by creating an opening for a porch and replacing the garage door. Staff Recommendation That the request for a Certificate of Appropriateness to alter existing accessory structure by creating an opening for a porch and replacing the garage door be approved in accordance with drawings and plans dated 2/2/2026. The proposed work is consistent with preservation criteria Section 9; the standards in City Code Section 51A-4.501(g)(6)(C)(i) for contributing structures; and the Secretary of the Interior's Guidelines for Rehabilitation (District/Neighborhood). Task Force Recommendation That the request for a Certificate of Appropriateness to alter existing accessory structure by creating an opening for a porch and replacing garage door be approved as shown. 722 RIDGEWAY ST. Junius Heights Historic District COA-25-000580 Christina Paress Applicant Trecartin, Aaron Application Filed 12/17/2025
Summary
This item concerns a request for a Certificate of Appropriateness (COA) for alterations to an existing accessory structure at 722 Ridgeway St in the Junius Heights Historic District. The proposed changes include creating an opening for a porch and replacing the garage door. Both the city staff and the Task Force have recommended approval of the request, finding it consistent with preservation criteria and city code standards for contributing structures within a historic district. The application was filed on December 17, 2025, and the plans are dated February 2, 2026. The Landmark Commission is scheduled to review this on February 2, 2026.
Residents in the Junius Heights Historic District should be aware that alterations to historic accessory structures are being reviewed for appropriateness. This specific project involves adding a porch opening and replacing a garage door, which is being approved as it aligns with preservation guidelines.
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