Landmark building permit details
| Location | 469 6TH AVENUE, MANHATTAN |
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| Issue date | May 13, 2008 |
| (?) COFA | COFA 09-0178 |
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 | 09-0161 |
| Historic district | Greenwich Village |
| Landmark name | N/A |
| Expiration date | May 13, 2014 |
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Pursuant to Section 25-307 of the Administrative Code of the City of New York, the Landmarks Preservation Commission, at the Public Meeting of At the Public Meeting of May 13, 2008, following the Public Hearing of April 8, 2008, voted to approve certain work at the subject premises as put forward in your application completed on March 13, 2008, and as you were informed in Status Update Letter 08-6082, issued on May 15, 2008. This approval will expire on May 13, 2014. The proposed work, as approved, consists of exterior work at the primary (east) façade, including the removal of the non-historic storefront infill and the installation of new storefront infill featuring paneled bulkheads finished in black, wood and glass doors painted black with transoms, and fixed display windows; the removal of the existing lighting at the storefront and its replacement with a new light fixture with an architectural bronze finish, mounted on the transom above the residential entrance; the removal of six, six-over-six double-hung wood windows and their replacement with six new, two-over-two double-hung sash wood windows painted black; the building up of the parapet wall to align with and match the height and cap detail of the adjacent parapet at 471 Sixth Avenue; the removal of the existing flat metal cornice and its replacement with a new fiberglass cornice "No. 52: Broome Storefront," as manufactured by the Architectural Fiberglass Company; as shown in drawings A-1, A-1a, and A-3 dated revised May 14, 2008, prepared by Jean-Luc Briguet, R.A., drawing A-2, dated January 29, 2008, prepared by Jean-Luc Briguet; a colored rendering; catalog cut sheets of the proposed light fixture, door, door hardware, and cornice; photographs of the existing conditions; and historic photographs; all presented at the Public Hearing and the Public Meeting by Jean-Luc Briguet, R.A. In reviewing this proposal, the Commission noted that the Greenwich Village Historic District Designation Report describes 469 6th Avenue as a Greek Revival style rowhouse designed by William Hurry and built in 1842; and that the building's style, scale, materials and details are among the features that contribute to the special architectural and historic character of the historic district. The Commission also noted that this building, as well as others in the row, was significantly altered in the late-19th century with Italianate-period elements including bracketed cornices, cornice lintels, and two-over-two double-hung sash windows, thereby forming a cohesive and unified streetscape; and that and that the following Landmarks Preservation Commission Warning Letters were all issued on January 22, 1999: WL-099-0392, issued for the "Installation of security grilles at 2nd floor and 3rd floor windows without permit(s);" WL-99-0393, issued for the "Installation of railing at roof without permit(s)." With regard to this proposal, the Commission found that the current storefront is not historic and that its replacement will not result in loss of or damage to any significant historic fabric; that the design and proportions of the proposed storefront, including large fixed display windows, a paneled wood bulkhead, and recessed doors with clear glass transoms, will be in keeping with storefronts historically found on similar buildings in this district; that the wood framing with molded profiles and the proposed painted black finish of the infill will be in keeping with the materials, details and finish of historic storefronts found on buildings of this age and style; and that the light fixture is proportionate to the storefront, mounted to the transom and not the surround, and will not call undue attention to itself. With regard to the new windows at the primary façade, the Commission found that the proposed two-over-two double-hung windows will recall the texture and character of the historic window configurations found on this and other buildings in the row that were altered in the late-19th century; that the proposed finish of the windows will be in keeping with buildings of this type, style and age, and will be harmonious with the proposed finishes at the façade; that raising the parapet to match the height of the adjacent building will enhance the composition of the building's primary façade and its relationship to the streetscape, and will provide adequate space for the installation of a new cornice; that the current cornice is not historic and that its replacement will not result in damage or removal of any significant historic fabric; that the installation of a new cornice will restore a traditional crowning element, in keeping with the building's age and style; and that the proposed cornice, while not a replica of the original, will recall some of the decorative details of the original cornice, and its design and ornamentation will complement the Italianate style details of this building and others in the row. Based on these findings, the Commission determined the proposed work to be appropriate to this building and the Greenwich Village Historic District, and voted to approve it. However, in voting to grant this approval, the Commission stipulated that two final signed and sealed copies of the Department of Buildings filing drawings for the approved work be submitted to the staff of the Commission for review and approval. Subsequently, on May 13, 2008, the Landmarks Preservation Commission received drawings A-1, A-1a, and A-3 dated revised May 14, 2008, prepared by Jean-Luc Briguet, R.A., drawing A-2, dated January 29, 2008, prepared by Jean-Luc Briguet; drawing M-01, dated revised May 16, 2008, prepared by Peter E. Varsalona, P.E.; an email dated May 21, 2008, prepared by Jean-Luc Briguet, R.A.; and written correspondence dated May 19, 2008, prepared by Jean-Luc Briguet, R.A. Accordingly, the staff of the Commission reviewed these drawings and found that the proposal approved by the Commission has been maintained. Based on this and the above findings, the drawings have been marked approved by the Landmarks Preservation Commission with a perforated seal, and Certificate of Appropriateness 09-0178 is being issued. Please note that Warning Letter 99-0392, issued on January 22, 1999 for the "Installation of security grilles at 2nd floor and 3rd floor windows without permit(s); and Warning Letter 99-0393, issued on January 22, 1999 for the "Installation of railing at roof without permit(s)" remain in effect against the property. Failure to address this violation may result in the issuance of a Notice of Violation 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 penalty 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. PAGE 2 Issued: 5/13/08 DOCKET: 09-0161 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 Janet Flynn. Robert B. Tierney Chair PLEASE NOTE: PERFORATED DRAWINGS AND A COPY OF THIS PERMIT HAVE BEEN SENT TO: Jean-Luc Briguet, Blueline Architecture, PLLC cc: William Neeley, Deputy Director of Preservation/LPC PAGE 3 Issued: 5/13/08 DOCKET: 09-0161 |
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