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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2019_09_17 Board of Architectural Review Minutes BOARD OF ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW MONDAY September 17, 2019 Present: Edward Jacobson, Chairman,Joseph Shein, Diane Blum, Diane Neff Absent: Ken Ricci, CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order at 7:30 P.M. 1. MINUTES The minutes were not discussed. 2. 1385 Boston Post Road Michael DePasquale, the applicant's architect and Curt Perves the contractor were present to explain the proposed alteration. Mr. DePasquale stated this is an existing small office building that is finished with thin brick facade, which is starting to deteriorate. The façade will be removed and replaced with Hardie plank clapboard siding, with a smooth finish, 1/4 inch thick, 7 inch wide planks. The color will be Navajo beige. The vertical trim will be white and the roof will remain the same green as is. All existing windows will be replaced with double hung and casement windows in kind and the shutters will be forest green. Landscaping was discussed. The Board asked that the applicant present a new landscape plan as they would like different shrubs, alternating in type and height. Ms. Neff asked that the proposed planting be native species. Mr.Jacobson stated they should have their landscape architect redesign plantings that go to the window sill with a uniform density and variation of heights. Mr. Perves asked that the facade and plantings be separated in the approval process as the façade is deteriorating and he would like to start repairing as soon as possible. The Board discussed the plans. Lighting is to remain as it is presently The roof A/C units are to remain. 1 Motion: To approve the cladding as presented and defer the landscaping plan to a later date. Action: Approved Moved by Diane Neff,seconded by Joseph Shein Vote: Edward Jacobson,Joseph Shein, Diane Blum, Diane Neff ADJOURNED The meeting was adjourned at 8:00P.M. Minutes prepared by /gA,a Francine M. Brill Board of Architectural Review Secretary 2