The minutes were approved, after having been previously distributed to each member. ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW – FRONT YARD WALL – SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENCE – 7749 MARYLAND AVENUE

Robert Effinger, contractor, was in attendance at the meeting.

2 Susan Istenes explained that the project consists of the removal and replacement of an existing railroad tie retaining wall with a versa-lok mosaic block wall. The retaining wall is located along the western property line, along North Bemiston Avenue. The proposed wall will be the same height and location as the existing wall. Section 405.1900 of the Zoning Regulations requires that all walls located in the front yard in single-family zoning districts be approved by the Architectural Review Board prior to installation. The proposed design and materials of the new wall are consistent with the Architectural Review Board Guidelines. The modular block wall includes three different block sizes, color variation and tumbled edges. The location of the wall is parallel to the public sidewalk. The applicant is proposing an approximately 2 feet wide Liriope groundcover strip between the wall and the sidewalk. The wall will range in height with the tallest point being approximately 2.5 feet above grade. Staff is of the opinion that the proposed wall will be an upgrade to the existing conditions and will not negatively impact the public right-of-way and therefore, recommends approval as proposed.

Mr. Effinger indicated that the project is pretty straightforward and believes the new wall will be a vast improvement.

Chairman Lichtenfeld agreed.

Joanne Boulton asked about the fence.

Mr. Effinger stated the fence will remain.

Hearing no further questions or comments and hearing nothing from the audience, Ron Reim made a motion to approve as submitted. The motion was seconded by Scott Wilson and unanimously approved by the Board.

ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW – ANTENNA INSTALLATION – 12 NORTH CENTRAL AVENUE

Joe Marcus, representing ExTeNet (owner of pole), was in attendance at the meeting.

Susan Istenes explained that the 2,800 square foot site is located on the east side of North Central Avenue between Forsyth Boulevard and Maryland Avenue and contains a two story commercial building. The proposed project consists of the installation of a new light pole near the rear of the building with an antenna mounted at the top of the pole at approximately 41.5 feet above grade. The proposed location of the new antenna is adjacent to an alleyway and mostly screened from the public sidewalk by the existing building. The height of the existing building is approximately 30 feet, so the proposed antenna will extend 11.5 feet above the roofline of the building. Based on the location of the proposed pole and the public sidewalk, the existing building will screen the antenna from view of pedestrians. The antenna will be visible from adjacent taller buildings; however, the pole appears similar to a typical metal light pole. Staff is of the opinion that the proposed antenna

The antenna will be visible from adjacent taller buildings; however, the pole appears similar to a typical metal light pole. Staff is of the opinion that the proposed antenna

3 and light pole is compatible with the alleyway conditions and will not negatively impact the neighborhood character and recommends approval as submitted.

Mr. Marcus stated the pole/equipment will be at the alley in the parking lot behind The Diamond Shop. He stated that the 16 X 26 antenna will be on top of the 38.5-foot tall pole, which includes a light at 34 feet.

Chairman Lichtenfeld asked if the pole is new.

Mr. Marcus replied “yes”.

Scott Wilson asked about the pole cover.

Mr. Marcus stated it is galvanized.

Hearing no further questions or comments and hearing nothing from the audience, Ron Reim made a motion to approve as submitted. The motion was seconded by Scott Wilson and unanimously approved by the Board.

ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW – EXTERIOR ALTERATION – SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENCE – 7620 MARYLAND AVENUE

Paul Doerner, project architect, was in attendance at the meeting.

Susan Istenes explained that this is a request for review of the design and materials associated with proposed alterations to the existing façade, a new front walkway framed with two pillars, the construction of a covered front porch with a Juliet-balcony and a shrub wall; the proposed alterations will impact all four elevations of the existing home. The proposed façade alterations include painting all sides of the building grey, adding black shutters to the front elevation windows and adding black iron planter boxes below the front elevation windows. The new walkway and porch are constructed of concrete stamped with a brick pattern. The proposed covered front porch is constructed of iron columns and a black metal roof. The Juliet-balcony features a black iron railing, matching the proposed planter boxes, and a black metal roof. Two brick pillars with coach lights are proposed framing the new walkway with a shrub wall extending east and west from the pillars. The existing home has a primary building material of red brick with secondary materials of stone and tan stucco. The home features tan casement windows and grey/black roof shingles. Painting the entire façade grey will simplify the appearance of the existing structure and blend the different façade materials. The block features homes with various primary building materials including red brick, painted brick, stone and siding. Staff is of the opinion that the proposed façade painting is compatible with the existing neighborhood character. Window shutters are a common accent piece on the existing homes in the neighborhood. The addition of black shutters and planter boxes will add traditional architectural elements to the house. A new concrete walkway with a stamped brick pattern is proposed in the front yard connecting the porch to the