Landmark permit issued for 79 MERCER STREET, MANHATTAN in SOHO-CAST IRON
Landmark building permit details
| Location | 79 MERCER STREET, MANHATTAN |
|---|---|
| Issue date | October 4, 2007 |
| COFA | COFA 08-3758 |
| Docket | 07-5427 |
| Historic district | Soho - Cast Iron |
| Landmark name | N/A |
| Expiration date | September 11, 2013 |
| Text | ISSUED TO: Thomas Makkos T&G Makkos 349 West 37th Street New York, NY 10018 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 of the same date, voted to grant a Certificate of Appropriateness for the proposed work at the subject premises, as put forth in your application completed on August 16, 2007. This permit will expire on September 11, 2013. The work, as approved, at the façade, consists of legalizing the removal of non-historic storefront entrance infill at the northmost bay and installing new wood and glass doors with a shorter transom; and removing non-historic storefront entrance infill from the southmost bay and installing new wood and glass doors with a shortened transom. This work was shown in photo boards and drawings L1, L2, L2.1, and L3 through L7, dated August 6, 2007, prepared by John Furth Peachy Architect, and submitted as components of the application, and presented at the Public Hearing and Public Meetings. In reviewing this application, the Commission noted that the Soho-Cast Iron Historic District Designation Report describes 79 Mercer Street as a six-story store and loft building designed by Cleverdon & Putzel, and built in 1892-1893; and that the age, style, scale, materials, and details of the upper two floors are among the significant features of the building which contribute to the architectural and historic character of the Soho-Cast Iron Historic District. The Commission also notes that Notice of Violation (NOV) 07-0486 was issued May 11, 2007, for the "installation of storefront infill without permit(s)"; and Warning Letter (WL) 07-0493 was issued May 16, 2007, for the "installation of a security camera at the ground floor façade with out permit(s)." With regard to this proposal, the Commission found that removal of the non-historic doors and transoms will not involve the removal of original building fabric, nor will it cause the removal of significant building fabric that may have been added over time; that the design for the proposed doors and transoms is based on architectural molding details found on the window trim and on the cast iron elements of the building; that the materials and finishes of the proposed infill is in keeping with the age and style of the building; and that the work will restore transparency and lightness to the façade which the southern entry bay is currently lacking.. Based on these findings, the Commission determined the proposed work to be appropriate to the building and voted to approve it. However, in voting to grant this approval, the Commission made its determination subject to the stipulation that an additional molding detail be added to the doors' panels and that two sets of final signed and sealed drawings, showing the approved work, which are to be filed at the Department of Buildings, be submitted to the staff of the Commission for review and approval. Subsequently, on September 24, 2007, the staff of the Commission received drawings L1 and L2, dated August 6, 2007; prepared by John Furth Peachy, R.A. The Commission reviewed the submitted drawings and found that proposal approved by the Commission has been maintained. Therefore, these drawings are being marked approved by the Commission with a perforated seal, and this Certificate of Appropriateness 08-3758 is being issued. Please note that NOV 07-0486 is rescinded by the issuance of this permit. Please also note that WL 07-0493 remains in effect against the subject property. Failure to address this Warning Letter in a timely fashion will result in the issuances of a Notice of Violation (NOV) originating from the Environmental Control Board in accordance with Title 63 of the Rules of the City of New York, Section 7 02(c). This NOV would require a court appearance and a civil fine may be imposed. 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 Rob Panepinto. Robert B. Tierney Chair PLEASE NOTE: PERFORATED DRAWINGS AND A COPY OF THIS PERMIT HAVE BEEN SENT TO: Stephanie Francis, John Furth Peachy cc: Stephanie Francis; Sarah Carroll, Director of Preservation; William Neeley, Deputy Director of Preservation; Diane Simonson, Violations Officer PAGE 2 Issued: 10/4/07 DOCKET: 07-5427 |
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