Minutes of Regular Meeting

Tuesday, July 13, 2010; 7:00 p.m.

ATTENDANCE

Commissioners Present: Francis Campbell, Dave Garrison (chairing), Carol Green, Neil Glick, Will Hill, Kenan Jarboe, Norman Metzger, Kirsten Oldenburg, and Mary Wright.

Commissioners Absent: Michael Patterson.

Also in attendance: ANC6B Staff Assistant, Bert Randolph.

1. Adoption of Agenda

Following the introduction of Commissioners, the Chair asked for any changes to the agenda. Commissioner Green asked that the Financial Report item be added. Commissioner Garrison then announced that the Commission had heard just before the meeting began that HPRB had decided not to hear HPA #09-109 (1229 E Street SE) in July but rather place it on its September calendar. Therefore, the Commission decided to remove the item from this July agenda and consider the case at its September meeting instead. In a voice vote, the revised agenda was adopted.

2. Community Speakout

Mr. Dominic Painter of MuralsDC announced that the organization has plans to paint murals on two buildings in Ward 6. The buildings are located at 745 8^th Street SE and 1432 Pennsylvania Avenue SE. The organization is partnering with the Capitol Hill BID, Sasha Bruce House, and Albus Cavus art group; and neighborhood kids will produce the murals. Commissioner Garrison suggested that Mr. Painter contact Barracks Row Main Street to make sure it was aware of the project. Commissioner Metzger said he had checked with the Historic Preservation Office (HPO), and they have no objections to the murals as paint colors are not part of its mandate. Commissioner Hill thanked MuralsDC for selecting a building in his SMD, especially one that desperately needed a facelift.

Next, several residents of the area proposed as the Barney Circle Historic District rose to ask the Commission to withdraw its support and sponsorship of the proposal. Speakers included Ms Mindy Cohen, Mr. Brian Flahaven, and another resident. All focused their objections primarily on the process rather than the substance of the proposal. Ms Beth Purcell, who has worked to help set up the proposed district, provided the Commission with a June 30, 2010, HPO Public Announcement detailing the public process that has recently occurred and meetings planned before HBRP makes its decision on the proposal.

Ms Patty Shea of the Lincoln Park Overlook Association spoke out on the actions taken by the ABC Board, without providing an opportunity for public comment, in approving the change in Park Café’s liquor license to allow the establishment to serve alcohol at a sidewalk café. Commissioner Garrison sympathized with Ms Shea and said that the Commission was surprized and annoyed to have learned that the Board had determined that the request did not constitute a substantial change and, thus, approved this change without giving the Commission notice and the opportunity to comment.

Mr. William Mohring, Outreach & Service Specialist Liaison in the Office of the Mayor, stated that he was at the meeting was available to talk with anyone.

3. Community and Commission Announcements

Commissioner Garrison announced that ANC6B’s regular monthly September 2010 meeting would be moved from Tuesday, September 14 to Tuesday, September 21 because the 14^th is Primary Election Day. The two other ANC6B meetings that month will be held as scheduled: Planning & Zoning Committee, Tuesday, September 7; and ABC Committee, Thursday, September 9.

Commissioner Campbell announced that a meeting has been set up so that the community can learn more about the operations of Court Services & Offender Supervision Agency (CSOSA). It will be held on Tuesday, July 27, at the CSOSA building, 1900 Massachusetts Avenue SE, starting at 630pm.

4. Presentations

Library of Congress Plans for Renovation of 601 East Capitol Street SE

Dr. Geraldine Otremba, joined by Mr. Neil Graham and Greg Simmons, told the Commission that plans are underway to renovate the old St. Cecilia’s school buildings to improve their usefulness to the Library of Congress (LOC). The two buildings currently house an LOC day care center and provide space for visiting scholars. Dr. Otremba then introduced the architect, Cal Bowie, who talked about the various changes envisioned, including new “hip” roofs, the addition of one floor on one of the two buildings, and a new main entrance. At the end of the presentation, Commissioner Garrison pressed Dr. Otremba on whether the LOC plans to follow the normal DC review process for building projects. She replied that it was an “evolving conversation.” In response to another question, Dr. Otremba said she did not think there would be much impact on residential parking as the scholars would not likely have cars while visiting.

Artomatic Project at Hine Jr. High School Building

Ms Veronica Szalus provided the Commission with background on Artomatic, an annual non-juried art show and event that held its 10^th Anniversary in 2009. Each year an empty building has been donated by a developer for use by Artomatic. For the 2010 event, talks are underway with the office of DC’s Deputy Mayor for Planning & Economic Development about using the Hine Jr High building. No decision has yet been made. Ms Szalus said the Artomatic organization has been conferring with various entities in the Eastern Market area. Commissioner Jarboe suggested that he and Commissioner Wright set up a meeting for the nearby residents so they could have a focused discussion on the plans.

5. ABC Committee

License Renewals

Commissioner Wright reported that the Committee recommends that the Commission take no action on the following six (6) ABC license renewals since none of the establishments were represented at the Committee meeting. No one in the community raised any objections to the renewals

Bullfeathers, Lic. #ABRA-021165, Class CR 02, 410 1^st Street, SE

Café 8, Lic. #ABRA-077797, Class Cr 01, 424 8^th Street, SE

Folger Theatre Group, Lic. #ABRA-001792, Class CX Multipurpose Facility 07

Le Pain Quotidien, Lic. #ABRA-80832, Class DR 01, 606 Pennsylvania Ave., SE

National Democratic Club, Lic. #ABRA-00793, Class CX Club, 30 Ivy Street, SE

Szechuan House Restaurant Fusian Grill, Lic. #ABRA-076814, Class CR 01515 8^th Street, SE

The Commission voted 9-0 to take no position on the above six license renewal applications.

La Lomita Dos, Lic. # ABRA-015387, Class CR 01, 308 Pennsylvania Ave., SE

Commissioner Wright reported that the Committee recommends that the Commission support the renewal of the establishment. A representative of the restaurant was present and stated he had no new information.

The Commission voted 9-0 to support the license renewal for La Lomita Dos.

Single Sales Exemption

Eastern Thrifty Market, Lic.#ABRA 015387, Class CR01, 308 Pennsylvania Avenue SE

Commissioner Wright reported that the Committee recommends that the Commission continue its opposition to the granting of a single sales exemption to this establishment. The owner was not present because of a trip to China.

Commissioner Green questioned whether the Commission was protesting rather than opposing. Commissioner Jarboe explained the different role the Commission has with the single exception ban. However, he then moved (with a second by Commissioner Green) to amend the Committee recommendation to add “and to protest, if necessary, and to authorize the Chair to appoint ANC6B representatives to attend the upcoming hearing on the matter.”

The Commission voted 9-0 in support of the amendment and, subsequently voted 9-0 in support of the amended Committee recommendation.

New License Application

Mi Vicendad Restaurant by Henry, Lic.#ABRA-084571, 1129 Pennsylvania Avenue SE

Commissioner Wright reported that the Committee recommends that the Commission support the request for a new license and for a stipulated license as soon as Mr. Mendoza has amended his application to remove his request for a summer garden.

Mr. Mendoza and his lawyer, Mr. Andrew McGuire, were present. Mr. McGuire stated that Mr. Mendoza had gone to the ABRA office on Monday to change the application but ABRA initially “did not want to take it.” But, Mr. McGuire stated that the change had been made and produced a letter to ABRA from Mr. Mendoza. Commissioner Green noted that the letter was not date stamped by ABRA.

Several patrons of Mr. Mendoza’s La Plaza restaurant spoke in support of the granting of a license for his new venture.

Commissioner Oldenburg moved (with a second by Commissioner Wright) that the committee report be amended to add “contingent on the signing of a Voluntary Agreement.” The Commission voted 8-0 to amend the report and subsequently voted 8-0 to support the amended report.[1]

6. Planning & Zoning Committee

PS#55833, 505 8th Street SE, Ted's Bulletin, Sidewalk Cafe, 2 tables, 8 chairs

Commissioner Campbell reported that the Committee recommends that the Commission support the application. Mr. Perry Smith, co-owner, was present and stated he had no new information. The Commission voted 7-0-1 to approve the application.[2]

PS # 54726, 653 Pennsylvania Avenue SE, Sanphan Thai Cuisine, Sidewalk café, 6 tables 12 chairs

Commissioner Campbell reported that the Committee recommends that the Commission support the application. Mr. Teerarat Panitansiikal was present and stated he had no new information. The Commission voted 9-0 to support the establishment’s application for a sidewalk café with 6 tables and 12 chairs.

PS #54925, 229-231 Pennsylvania Avenue SE, Capitol Lounge, Sidewalk cafe, 11 tables & 22 chairs

Commissioner Campbell reported that the Committee recommends that the Commission support the application. Mr. Joe Englert, owner, was present and stated he had no new information. The Committee voted 9-0 to support the application.

PS #55812, 221 Pennsylvania Avenue SE, SweetGreen Capitol Hill, Sidewalk cafe, 2 tables & 5 chairs

Commissioner Campbell reported that the Committee has no recommendation on this public space case as there wasn’t a representative of the establishment at the Committee meeting. Mr. Tim Noonan, SweetGreen’s New Project Manager, was present and apologized for not attending the meeting last week but said he had not received the information in time to do so.

Mr. Noonan explained that the establishment only had the space to put 2 tables with 5 chairs in an unenclosed sidewalk café (with stanchions on the sides). Plans show that the café will leave a 10-foot wide pedestrian walkway. Commissioner Campbell moved (with a second by Commissioner Green) that the Commission support the application. The Commission voted 9-0 in support of the motion.

HPA #10-313, 728 9th Street SE—Two story rear addition

Commissioner Campbell reported that the Committee recommends that the Commission support the application. The owners, Sanah Lee and Divi Harris, were present and had new information. It included proof of a UPS mailing to the owner of 730 9^th Street SE with information on their building plans; however, no response had been received. They also provided the Commission with photos of the interior of the existing structure, showing substantial damage, and of the neighbor’s tree. The owners stated that the rear extent of the new addition will be approximately 22 feet from the tree trunk.

Mr. Karl Kindel, 726 9^th Street SE, was present and asked the Commission whether by supporting the HP case was the Commission in agreement that the project was good for historic preservation on the Hill. He also asked if Commissioner Oldenburg had distributed his email comments on the case. Commissioner Oldenburg said that she had done so.

The Commission voted 8-1 in support of the HP application.

HPA #10-344, 532 First Street SE--Concept /front basement entrance with large areaway and enlarged basement windows, new window openings on rear wing

Commissioner Campbell reported that the Committee recommends that the Commission support the application. Mr. Adam Prather, owner, and Mr. Aaron Hargrove, project consultant, were present and had new information. Consultations with the HPO have resulted in a revised plan for the new front access to the planned basement unit.

The Commission voted 9-0 in support of the application.

HPA #10-348, 423 First Street SE—Two story rear addition with a basement

Commissioner Campbell reported that the Committee recommends that the Commission support the application. Mr. Mark Ulep, owner, and Ms Desiree Drakakis, architect, were present and stated they had new information. In response to the Committee’s request, Mr. Ulep provided five letters from neighbors in support of the plans; included were letters from adjacent owners (421 and 425 First Street SE) and from neighbors at the rear. Ms Drakakis told the Commission that the plans had been slightly revised after a consultation with the zoning office. In order to keep the building footprint within the 60 percent allowed, the rear balcony has been reduced in size.

The Commission voted 9-0 in support of the HP application.

HPA #10-353, 224 2nd Street SE--Concept for three-story addition

Commissioner Campbell reported that the Committee recommends that the Commission support the historic preservation application. Mr. Rich Marcus, design architect, was present. He had no new information on the HP case but clarified the zoning matter that needed to be resolved.

The Commission voted 9-0 to support the HP application.

Commissioner Jarboe then moved (with a second by Commissioner Metzger) that the Commission support modification of the zoning order to include any zoning relief necessary to accommodate the garage lift in lieu of the originally planned ramp. The Commission voted 9-0 to support the motion.

HPA #10-359, 657 E Street SE--Concept/add dormers to create attic-level living space.

Commissioner Campbell reported that the Committee recommends that the Commission support the application. Mr. Pablo Chavez, owner, was present and stated he had no new information.

Commissioner Garrison asked Mr. Chavez to comment on several issues CHRS had raised in its review of the application, specifically the size and placement of the dormer windows. Mr. Chavez argued in favor of the current design. The Commission voted 9-0 to support the application.

HPA #09-109, 1229 E Street, SE--Revised conceptual plans

This case was removed from the July agenda because HPRB has decided that it will not hear the case until September.

BZA # 17985, 224 Second Street, SE – Request for Modification of Approved Plans

Commissioner Campbell reported that the Committee has no recommendation on this case as there wasn’t a representative of the establishment at the Committee meeting. Mr. Rich Marcus, design architect, was present. He reported the modifications were minor but clarified the zoning matter that needed to be resolved.

The Commission voted 9-0 to support the modification of the Zoning Order to include any zoning relief necessary to accommodate the car lift in lieu of the car access ramp.

7. Financial Report

Commissioner Green moved (with a second by Commissioner Jarboe) that the Commission adopt the Third Quarter Financial Report. Commissioner Green stated that the beginning balance was just over $57,000. Receipts during the quarter included $14,600 in allotments and $7.46 in interest, and expenses totaled $11,969.39 to result in an ending balance of $59,835.08.

Commissioner Jarboe asked a clarifying question regarding the Commission’s allotment. Commissioner Green replied that our quarterly allotment is $ 7,322.15 and that we had received both this quarter’s and last quarter’s allotments within the 3^rd Quarter.

The Commission voted 9-0 to adopt the Third Quarter Financial Report.

8. Eastern Market Report

Commissioner Jarboe summarized key portions of the Eastern Market Report, a copy of which is attached. Much of the discussion centered around recent electrical black outs at the Market and plans to add organic farmers on a weekday.

In response to the Commission request at its June 2010 meeting, Commissioner Jarboe said that he had recently talked with DDOT about the status of the temporary structure (aka “East Hall”) that had been erected after the Eastern Market fire. He was told that DDOT will be moving it to a new location and that this move would be independent of the Hine building demolition.

9. Commission Minutes

Commissioner Oldenburg moved (with a second by Commissioner Metzger) that the Commission adopt the June 8, 2010, minutes. The Commission voted 8-0 to support the motion.[3]

10. Adjournment

The meeting was adjourned at 9:45 pm.

Prepared by Kirsten Oldenburg Attest: _____________ .

Attachments:

Agenda, as adopted

ABC Committee Report

Planning & Zoning Committee Report

Third Quarter Financial Report

Eastern Market Report

Meeting Agenda

Location: 535 8^th Street, SE

The People’s Church

July 13, 2010 – 7:00 PM

Agenda

1. Adoption of Agenda

2. Community Speakout

3. Community and Commission Announcements

4. Presentation

· Library of Congress Plans for Renovation of 601 East Capitol Street, SE – Dr. Geraldine Otremba

· Artomatic Project at Hines School, Veronica Szalus

5. ABC Committee

(These items will also be considered by the ABC Committee on July 8, 2010 at the Alternate meeting location: Rumsey Meeting Room, 635 North Carolina, SE

Renewal

· Bullfeathers, Lic. # ABRA-021165, Class CR 02, 410 1^st Street, SE

· Café 8, Lic. # ABRA-077797, Class Cr 01, 424 8^th Street, SE

· Folger Theatre Group, Lic. # ABRA-001792, Class CX Multipurpose Facility 07

· La Lomita Dos, Lic. # ABRA-015387, Class CR 01, 308 Pennsylvania Ave., SE

· Le Pain Quotidien, Lic. # ABRA-80832, Class DR 01, 606 Pennsylvania Ave., SE

· National Democratic Club, Lic. # ABRA-00793, Class CX Club, 30 Ivy Street, SE

· Szechuan House Restaurant Fusian Grill, Lic. # ABRA-076814, Class CR 01515, 8^th Street, SE

Single Sales Exemption

· Eastern Thrifty Market, Lic. # ABRA-80019, Class A, 1620 A Street, SE

New License

· Mi Vecindad Restaurant By Henry, Lic. # ABRA-084571, 1129 Pennsylvania Ave., SE

o Serving Cuban, Salvadorian, and Mexican, with Summer Garden and Sidewalk Café., seating 99.

o Operating hours: Sunday – thru – Saturday: 10: 00 a.m. – 1:00 a.m.

o Sidewalk Café & Summer Garden hours:

Sunday – thru – Saturday 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 Midnight

6. Planning and Zoning Committee

(These items will also be considered by the P & Z Committee on July 6, 2010)

· PS # 55833, 505 8^th Street, SE – Ted’s Bulletin, Sidewalk Café, 2 tables and 8 chairs

· PS # 54726, 653 Pennsylvania Ave., SE – Sanphan Thai Cuisine, Sidewalk Café, 6 tables and 12 chairs

· PS # 54925, 229-231 Pennsylvania Ave., SE – Capitol Lounge, Sidewalk Café, 11 tables and 22 chairs

· PS # 55812, 221 Pennsylvania Ave., SE – Sweetgreen Capitol Hill, Sidewalk Café, 2 tables and 5 chairs

· HPA # 10-313, 728 9^th Street, SE – Two-story rear addition

· HPA # 10-318, 907 East Capitol St., SE – Enclosure of two-story rear porch with glass blocks (Removed from agenda)

· HPA # 10-344, 532 First St, SE – Concept/front basement entrance with large areaway and enlarged basement windows, new window openings on rear wing

· HPA # 10-348, 423 First St, SE – Two-story rear addition with a basement

· HPA # 10-353, 224 2^nd Street, SE – Concept/three-story rear addition

· HPA # 10-359, 657 E Street, SE – Concept/add dormers to create attic-level living space

7. Eastern Market Report

8. Approval of Commission Minutes

9. Adjournment

NOTE: Late-Breaking ABC, BZA, Zoning, or Historic Preservation Cases may be added to this Agenda.

For additional information, call 202.543.3344 or e-mail: office@anc6b.org, website: www.ancb6.org.

Due to the Primary Election the Next Meeting will be on September

ABC COMMITTEE

Rumsey Meeting Room

Report and Recommendations

July 8, 2010

Commissioners in attendance: Commissioners Mary Wright (chairing), Carol Green, Dave Garrison, Ken Jarboe, Kirsten Oldenburg, Neil Glick, Norman Metzger, and Bert Randolph, Executive Assistant

Renewal of license

The ABC licenses for the following establishments are up for renewal:

Bullfeathers, Lic. # ABRA-021165, Class CR 02, 410 1^st Street, SE

Café 8, Lic. # ABRA-077797, Class Cr 01, 424 8^th Street, SE

Folger Theatre Group, Lic. # ABRA-001792, Class CX Multipurpose Facility

Le Pain Quotidien, Lic. # ABRA-80832, Class DR 01, 606 Pennsylvania Ave., SE

National Democratic Club, Lic. # ABRA-00793, Class CX Club, 30 Ivy Street, SE

Szechuan House Restaurant Fusian Grill, Lic. # ABRA-076814, Class CR 01515, 8^th Street, SE

Since there was no representation from these establishments as well as no objections or concerns from the community, the ABC Committee recommends that the ANC take no position on their license renewal

La Lomita Dos, Lic. # ABRA-015387, Class CR 01, 308 Pennsylvania Ave., SE

Owner is seeking a license renewal with no changes. Upon no objections or concerns from the community, the ABC committee recommends that the ANC support the license renewal.

Single Sales Exemption

Eastern Thrifty Market, Lic. # ABRA-80019, Class A, 1620 A Street, SE

Applicant is seeking a renewal of a single sales exemption. According to a neighbor who opposed the renewal of the exemption, there has been a marked improvement in the neighborhood since the store stopped selling singles in March 2010. There has been less loitering, littering and other anti-social behavior. The owner could not be in attendance since he was in China but submitted a petition with several signatures. It was noted that there was no heading on the signature pages identifying the purpose of the petition. In addition, a number of the signatures were not from the immediate, affected area.

In February 2010, ANC 6B considered Thrifty’s request to continue sales of singles. At that time, there were several neighbors opposing the renewal of the single sales exemption and the Commission was persuaded that there would serious negative impact on the area if single sales were permitted. Thus, at that time, the Commission denied the request to amend the voluntary agreement to allow the continued sale of singles.

Given the continued concerns expressed by the community, the Committee sees no reason for the Commission to reconsider its judgment in February and instead recommends that the ANC continue its opposition to the granting of a single sales exemption to this establishment and to protest if necessary. The ANC Chair is authorized to designate himself or another Commissioner(s) to represent the Commission at such a protest hearing.

New License

Mi Vecindad Restaurant By Henry, Lic. # ABRA-084571, 1129 Pennsylvania Ave., SE

Applicant, Henry Mendoza, plans to open a Cuban, Salvadorian, and Mexican restaurant with a Summer Garden and a Sidewalk Café. The interior would seat 99 patrons and the sidewalk café would seat 24 patrons. The proposed operating hours are: Sunday – Saturday 10: 00 a.m. – 1:00 a.m. and for the Sidewalk and Summer Garden the hours are Sunday – Saturday 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 Midnight.

After discussions with neighbors and Commission members, Mr. Mendoza decided to amend his application with ABRA to remove the summer garden. This will give Mr. Mendoza time to develop and consult with neighbors and landscape designers on how best to mitigate the sounds from patrons using the summer garden area.

Attending the meeting were several patrons of Mr. Mendoza’s La Plaza restaurant. They spoke highly of the family-friendly atmosphere that he maintains and all supported his new venture. ANC6B did receive several emails from residents with concerns about the requested hours and the impact of parking on the neighborhood. 

Mr. Mendoza is also requesting a stipulated license in order to begin operations immediately.

The committee commended the owner for working with the community. As soon as Mr. Mendoza amends his application to remove his request for a summer garden, the Committee recommends that the Commission support the request for a new license and for stipulated license.

Report of the Planning & Zoning Committee

The Peoples Church

535 8^th Street, SE

July 6, 2010

7:00 pm

Commissioners Present: Francis Campbell (chairing), Kirsten Oldenburg, David Garrison, Carol Green, Norman Metzger, and Kenan Jarboe. Bert Randolph, Staff Assistant, also present.

PS#55833, 505 8th Street SE, Ted's Bulletin, Sidewalk Cafe, 2 tables, 8 chairs

Mr. Perry Smith, co-owner, represented Ted's Bulletin, which is applying for a public space permit for 2 tables & 8 chairs (unenclosed) to be placed in front of said establishment. Mr. Smith stated he most likely will not use both tables as the placement of one table may block the "take out window" but is applying for the maximum allowed. The Committee expressed no concerns with the application and recommends approval of it to the full ANC.

PS # 54726, 653 Pennsylvania Avenue SE, Sanphan Thai Cuisine, Sidewalk café, 6 tables 12 chairs

Mr. Teerarat Panitansiikal, representing Sanphan Thai cuisine, has submitted plans for a public space permit for an unenclosed sidewalk cafe consisting of 6 tables and 12 chairs for which sufficient space appears to exist from the tree box (8ft5in). However, an original submission for 8 tables and 16 chairs did not leave sufficient clearance in the public space and applicant has prepared the new plans with a reduced number of tables and chairs. The Committee has no issue with the new plans and, therefore, recommends approval of the application to the full ANC.

PS #54925, 229-231 Pennsylvania Avenue SE, Capitol Lounge, Sidewalk cafe, 11 tables & 22 chairs

Mr. Joe Englert represented Capitol Lounge. Applicant currently has a public space permit for 12 seats with 6 tables and wants to increase the seating to 22 seats and 11 tables. The dimensions of the existing sidewalk cafe would not change—only the number of seats and the existing enclosure system would remain. The Committee has no issue with the application and, therefore, recommends its approval to the full ANC.

HPA #10-313, 728 9th Street SE—Two-story rear addition

Ms Jennifer Fowler, architect, and the owners, Sanah Lee and Divi Harris, presented. As proposed, this appears to be a by-right addition to an existing 2 story S.F.D. The owner has purchased both the front lot with the existing structure and a rear lot and plans to request that the two lots be joined. Once that request is granted, the existing structure occupies only 43% of the combined lot. The proposed 2-story rear addition will bring the total lot occupancy to 59%. The addition will project 16 feet beyond the existing building and will fill in an existing rear dogleg.

The applicant proposes to demolish the rear exterior stairwell, rear dogleg wall and rear building wall. The plan is to construct, on the first floor, a new interior stairwell and new family room in the rear. The second floor will have a new master bedroom in the rear extension.

Rear siding will consist of hardi-plank with rear aluminum-clad, double-hung windows. The applicant presented a copy of a petition of support from neighbors at the rear across the alley and nearby 9^th Street property owners, as well as plans and diagrams.

Objections to the proposed addition were raised by the next door neighbors, Karl & Carol Kindle who reside at 730 9th Street SE. However, these issues are not germane to this historic preservation case. This project is likely to be within the 60% lot coverage as allowed by law once the lots are combined, and the Committee does not expect there will be a zoning case. As no issues exist at present of concern to the Committee relating to this HP case, the Committee recommends approval of the application to the full ANC.

HPA #10-344, 532 First Street SE--Concept /front basement entrance with large areaway and enlarged basement windows, new window openings on rear wing

Mr. Adam Prather, owner, and Mr. Aaron Hargrove, project consultant, presented conceptual plans for this First Street property. The proposal is to have a converted basement unit and two story upstairs unit with modifications to the exterior basement window adjacent to the front entrance. This plan will require excavation of the window area and replacement of a existing small window with a door. The property is on a "raised lot" with front access is up a set of steps approximately 5'7" following a 6'6 1/4" walkway then up another flight of steps approximate 5ft. The proposed basement unit will require excavation to approximately 7 ft 5in to build the entrance and larger adjacent window treatment.

Interior demolition is proposed at this point in time to allow for new living and sleeping areas in both the basement and upstairs unit. The plans submitted show no other exterior demolition in either front or rear.

Applicant has stated that he has applied for a separate permit for removal of the exterior form stone facade and removal of the aluminum clad siding on the second story along with the first floor aluminum exterior canopy. The Committee appreciates the attention to detail in removing these features that will restore the facade to one more in keeping with the Capitol Hill Historic District. Subsequently the Committee recommends approval for this conceptual design to the full ANC.

HPA #10-348, 423 First Street SE—Two story rear addition with a basement

Mr. Mark Ulep, owner, and Desiree Drakakis, architect, presented. This is an existing 2 story SFD with basement and a rear detached shed on the property. Applicant proposes to remove the rear shed, build an approximately 17ft rear addition to the existing structure. This would bring the lot occupancy to approximately 59%. The addition would align the building’s rear with the one located next door at 421 First Street SE.

Basement plans show a new mechanical room, study and bedroom. First floor plans show a new family room and new kitchen extension. Second floor plans show new master bedroom, new and remodeled bathrooms and hallway area. No front exterior work is shown in the plans. Rear plans show new aluminum clad second story windows and small window and false window consisting of wood paneling that would face interior mechanical space but simulate the small window area. First floor plans show large matching French doors and metal railing with a spiral exterior staircase and matching basement window/door treatments. As the exterior walls will be common to the adjourning structures there are no concerns to these areas.

The applicant had no letters from adjourning neighbors but stated these will be provided to the full ANC at its July meeting. With no other concerns, the Committee recommends approval for this application to the full ANC.

HPA #10-353, 224 2nd Street SE--Concept for three-story addition

Mr. Rich Marcus, design architect, presented. This is The Watterston House, a landmark building owned and occupied by the American Indian Gaming Association. The applicant is back before the Committee because of changes to the exterior, an increase in a rear staircase (as noted on "A201" of the submissions) that will connect the new addition to the existing garage structures. In addition, the original driveway access to a newly planned underground parking space/garage has been removed and in its place a car lift has been added. These changes will not be visible from a public street. However, the staircase enlargement will result in no increase of the lot occupancy. The Committee expects that the applicant will settle this matter directly with the Zoning Administrator. The Committee recommends approval of the HP application based on the changes to the full ANC.

HPA #10-359, 657 E Street SE--Concept/add dormers to create attic-level living space.

Jennifer Fowler, architect, presented with the owners present. This is a non-contributing structure in the historic district. The proposal is to remove sections of the roof and roof framing and attic fan on the third floor of the existing SFD to create an attic living space. This will include a bedroom, family room, bathroom, two closets and a mechanical closet. The proposal will create dormers on the E street, or North, side of the dwelling and a raised squared off section on the rear or south side of the dwelling. Plans show wood casement windows, hardi- plank siding and trim on the new construction and faux slate shingles on the front and rear. No changes in lot coverage are noted as a result of the proposed construction. With the application are two letters of support from adjacent property owners. The Committee finds no issues at present and baring any new information recommends this project for approval to the full ANC.

HPA # 09-109, 1229 E Street, SE--Revised conceptual plans

Mr. Paxton Helms, owner, presented. The ANC last reviewed plans for partial demolition of the existing structure (the so-called shotgun house) and construction of a new connecting structure to create a SFD in February 2010. At that time the ANC opposed the application because its design, massing, and scale were inappropriate for the neighborhood; HPRB supported the HPO staff report but asked the owners to consider several modifications. In this—the latest submission of a long running case—a planned basement has been removed because, according to Mr. Helms, there is insufficient clearance of existing sewer lines to accommodate a submerged basement. In addition, the rear of the proposed new structure extends 7ft less to the rear and the front has been designed to mimic two separate structures (one brick; the other, wood siding to match the existing structure). The first floor plan still shows that a porch will be added to the front of the existing structure as was included in the previous plan. As this is a concept drawing, no interior plans were submitted. Plans do indicate that the new combined structure that will extend 93ft 6in deep and the new structure will be as wide as the lot. The total living space is estimated at 4,700 sqft. Plans to include a garage within the house to make use of the existing curb cut have not changed.

Several neighbors and adjacent property owners (1127 and 1131 E Street SE) were present at the Committee meeting. As before, they expressed concerns regarding the massing of the proposed structure, especially, the three story portion on the east side, as being "out of character for the neighborhood" but also opined, "we can live with it". The Committee is sensitive to the concerns of the neighbors, as well as the desire of the owners to build a SFD suitable for their needs. The Committee appreciates various changes the owners have made in the current design, especially breaking the front façade into two distinct sections. However, this plan still presents issues similar with previous designs such as the massing and scale of the new structure. In the rear, it still extends considerably beyond (perhaps 40 feet) the rear of the 1127 E Street house and along the property line. No material for that 3-story east elevation is specified in the plans. The Committee wishes there could have been an overall more amicable solution presented. As such, the Committee recommends that the full ANC take no position on this application and ask that HPRB resolve the differences between what the neighborhoods would really prefer, what the owners have presented to date, and what makes historic sense.

PS # 55812, 221 Pennsylvania Avenue, SE, Sweetgreen Capitol Hill, Sidewalk Café

Applicant did not appear. No action taken by Committee.

Third Quarter Financial Report

PERIOD COVERED: April-June 2010	ANC: 6B
SUMMARY OF RECEIPTS AND DISBURSEMENTS
BALANCE FORWARD (from "ending balance" of previous Quarterly Report):		$57,152.71
RECEIPTS:
District Allotment	$14,644.30
Interest	$7.46
Other (e.g. cancel stale checks)	$0.00
Transfer from Savings	$0.00
Total Receipts		$14,651.76
Total Funds Available		$71,804.47
DISBURSEMENTS:
1. Net Salary and Wages	$3,892.35
2. Workers Compensation	$0.00
3. Insurance:
A. Health	$0.00
B. Casualty/Property	$0.00
4. Total Federal Wages Taxes	$1,384.36
5. State (DC, MD, VA) Wage Taxes Paid	$91.71
6. Unemployment Insurance Contributions	$0.00
7. Tax Penalties Paid	$0.00
8. Local Transportation	$0.00
9. Office Rent	$5,400.00
10. Telephone Services	$605.47
11. Postage and Delivery	$71.79
12. Utilities	$0.00
13. Printing and Copying	$0.00
14. Flyer Distribution	$0.00
15. Purchase of Service	$0.00
16. Office Supplies	$523.71
17. Office Equipment: A. Rental	$0.00
B. Purchase	$0.00
18. Grants	$0.00
19. Training	$0.00
20. Petty Cash Reimbursement	$0.00
21. Transfer(s) to Savings Account	$0.00
22. Bank Charges	$0.00
23. Other (Attach explanation)	$0.00
Total Disbursements		$11,969.39
ENDING BALANCE (Should agree with checkbook balance at end of period)		$59,835.08

ANC 6B Eastern Market update – July 13, 2010

Commissioner Kenan Jarboe

The following is my report on Eastern Market, based on the EMCAC meeting of June 23, 2010, and subsequent events:

The Market has lost power a number of days in June and July. As a result some merchants lost inventory and equipment as compressors were damaged. In addition the Pottery Studio was flooded as the sump pumps stopped working. DRES is working with PEPCO to resolve the problem. Apparently, the transformers servicing the Market and surrounding buildings are inadequate to handle the current electrical load and may need to be replaced.

EMCAC has gotten its comments back to DRES on the long term leases. In addition to a number of technical changes, EMCAC is requesting that DRES sign 10 year leases with the indoor merchants rather than the proposed lease for 5 year with a renewable addition 5 years. The indoor merchants say that the certainty of the second 5 years is needed for the financing of any new equipment they made need in the period.

EMCAC also provided additional comments on the outdoor permits and the information booth strategy.

EMCAC and DRES are looking into the possibility of use of the farmers line on Friday or during the week for an organic farmers market. Wider community input will be sought before any decision is made.

Updated data on the financial operations of the Market has now been made available to EMCAC and the Financial Committee will be meeting later this month to review the data and report to the full EMCAC at the next meeting.

The Market will hold a Fan Appreciate Event on Saturday July 17 from 6 pm to 8 pm in the North Hall.

Note: that while the payment of EMCAC dues by the ANC is not mandatory, the EMCAC Treasurer has requested that the ANC consider a voluntary payment. I will refer this matter to the ANC Executive Committee.

---

[1] Commissioner Metzger was temporarily out of the room for the vote.

[2] Commissioner Metzger was temporarily out of the room for the vote.

[3] Commissioner Glick had left the meeting.