Description
A request for a Certificate of Appropriateness for a new building and fence.
Impact summary
Modifies the visual landscape along University Avenue with a non-standard roof pitch and taller fencing.
Applicant
- Address
- 1202 Laurel StreetSee this on the map
At a glance
- Hearings
- 2
- Public comments
- 0
- Total mentions
- 2
Recorded in the meeting · Historic and Architectural Review Commission
Last discussed Jul 23, 2026.
Meeting timeline (2)
Historic and Architectural Review Commission - Jul 23, 2026
Request for a Certificate of Appropriateness for a new accessory structure and a non-compliant fence in the Old Town overlay district.
Historic and Architectural Review Commission - Jul 9, 2026
Conceptual review for a 1,705-square-foot single-story accessory structure and a 7-foot-3-inch stone and wood fence.
Related issues (2)
Historic District Design Guidelines Compliance for 1202 Laurel Street
The commission is reviewing a proposal for a new internally illuminated blade sign for The Draper at 216 W. 8th Street. While internal illumination typically conflicts with Downtown Area I design guidelines, staff notes the small size and muted golden glow fit well enough with surrounding properties.
Accessory Structure and Non-Compliant Fence at 1202 Laurel Street
Property owners at 1202 Laurel Street requested approval for a new 2,053-square-foot accessory structure and a 6-foot tall opaque fence that does not meet standard Old Town overlay district guidelines.
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