Landmark permit issued for 425 BROADWAY, MANHATTAN in SOHO-CAST IRON
Landmark building permit details
| Location | 425 BROADWAY, MANHATTAN |
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| Issue date | October 22, 2007 |
| (?) COFA | COFA 08-4121 |
Certificates of Appropriateness (COFAs) are issued by the landmarks commission when it approves such things as building construction, demolition and visible additions to historic property. The certificates require a public hearing and the entire process can take several months. |
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| Docket | 08-3107 |
| Historic district | Soho - Cast Iron |
| Landmark name | N/A |
| Expiration date | September 18, 2007 |
| Text | Pursuant to Section 25-307 of the Administrative Code of the City of New York, the Landmarks Preservation Commission, at the Public Meeting of September 11, 2007, following the Public Hearing and Public Meeting of the same date, voted to approve the proposed work at the subject premises, as put forward in your application completed on August 16, 2007. The proposed work, as approved, consists of removing modern storefront infill; the restoration of cast iron columns and installing new storefront infill, featuring large panes of glass with transoms, bulkheads with a black painted finish and awnings; and the installation of a paired glass and metal doors at the northern bay; as shown in historic photograph; drawings labeled 1 through 5, dated July 20, 2007; all prepared by Gregg M. Rothstein, R.A., submitted as components of the application, and presented at the Public Hearing and Public Meeting. In reviewing the proposal, the Commission noted that the SoHo-Cast Iron Historic District designation report describes 425 Broadway as a building designed by Griffith Thomas and built in 1869; and that the building's style, scale, materials, and details of the building are among the features which contribute to the special architectural and historical character of the SoHo-Cast Iron Historic District. The Commission further notes that Notice of Violation 02-0505 was issued September 12, 2002 for "the removal of shopfront and installation of fixed awning ("Accord Footwork") without permit(s)," and that Notice of Violation 02-0507 was issued September 12, 2002 for "the installation of louvers at 5th floor center window without permit(s)." With regard to this proposal, the Commission found that the storefront that was removed without permits was not original or a significant later alteration to the building and enclosed the original cast iron columns, and its removal exposed the cast iron columns; that the proposed restoration of the historic cast-iron columns will re-establish the architectural integrity of this storefront; that the proposed storefront infill will fit neatly within the original existing columns returning the base of the building closer to its original 19th century appearance; that the design maintains transparency at the base of the building which is a distinctive feature of the ground floors of the commercial buildings within the historic district; that the configuration of the storefront, including bulkheads and glazed transoms, will relate well to the configuration of historic storefronts found in buildings of this age, style and type; and the proposed storefront will enhance the special architecture and historic character of the building and the SoHo-Cast Iron Historic District. Based on these findings, the Commission determined the proposed work to be appropriate, and voted to approve it. However, in voting to grant this approval, the Commission stipulated that two copies of the final signed and sealed Department of Buildings filing drawings for the approved work be submitted to the staff of the Commission for review and approval. Subsequently, on October 16, 2007, the Landmarks Preservation Commission received final drawings labeled 1 and 2, dated July 20, 2007, prepared by Gregg M. Rothstein, R.A. Accordingly, staff reviewed the drawings and found that the proposal has been amended to show fixed awnings, featuring black canvas fabric and signage on the skirt; as shown in written specifications dated November 28, 2004, and prepared by Gregg M. Rothstein, R.A. The Commission reviewed the drawings and written specifications and found that the awnings will be installed in accordance with the provisions of RCNY Title 63 Section 2-12 (f), that the awning will have a straight slope and be open at the sides; that the attachment of the awning will not cause the loss of, damage to, or hide or obscure any significant feature; that the underside of the awning shall be open; that the awning shall be clad only with water repellant canvas with a matte finish; and that the proposal approved by the Commission has been maintained. Based on this and the above findings, the drawings have been marked approved with a perforated seal and Certificate of Appropriateness 08-3791 is being issued. Please note that Notice of Violation 02-0505, issued September 12, 2002 for "the removal of shopfront and installation of fixed awning ("Accord Footwork") without permit(s)," and Notice of Violation 0507, issued September 12, 2002 for "the installation of louvers at 5th floor center window without permit(s)"will remain in effect against the property until the work is completed and inspected for compliance. This permit is issued on the basis of the building and site conditions described in the application and disclosed during the review process. By accepting this permit, the applicant agrees to notify the Commission if the actual building or site conditions vary or if original or historic building fabric is discovered. The Commission reserves the right to amend or revoke this permit, upon written notice to the applicant, in the event that the actual building or site conditions are materially different from those described in the application or disclosed during the review process. All approved drawings are marked approved by the Commission with a perforated seal indicating the date of approval. The work is limited to what is contained in the perforated documents. Other work or amendments to this filing must be reviewed and approved separately. The applicant is hereby put on notice that performing or maintaining any work not explicitly authorized by this permit may make the applicant liable for criminal and/or civil penalties, including imprisonment and fines. This letter constitutes the permit; a copy must be prominently displayed at the site while work is in progress. Please direct inquiries to Mishael Shabrami. Robert B. Tierney Chair PLEASE NOTE: PERFORATED DRAWINGS AND A COPY OF THIS PERMIT HAVE BEEN SENT TO: Gregg Rothstein cc: Jared Knowles, Deputy Director of Preservation/LPC; Kelsey Tardiff, Violations Officer/LPC PAGE 2 Issued: 10/22/07 DOCKET: 08-3107 |
Added to EveryBlock on January 16, 2008.