Posts tagged Hprb
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Historic review chickens and BZA eggs at 14th and U
When a developer presents a plan to build in a historic district, they first go through the historic preservation process, where Historic Preservation Office (HPO) staff work with the developer to shape and, sometimes, cut back parts of the project to fit in with the historic district. Once that is approved, if the project requires any zoning variances, they present the project to… Keep reading…
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Boasberg dismisses “irrelevancies” at Hilton hearing
Today’s HPRB meeting followed a familiar pattern, with Chairman Tersh Boasberg repeatedly cutting off witnesses for bringing up issues the Board can’t consider—even those that were mentioned in the staff report. Keep reading…
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On Hilton, HPO takes broad view of historic compatibility
The Historic Preservation Office is recommending that HPRB wait to approve the Hilton’s proposed renovations until the hotel can work out an agreement with the community over loading docks. Once that is done, the staff report recommends moving ahead with the project. Keep reading…
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HPRB landmarks Hilton because it’s kind of like other landmarks
This morning, HPRB reviewed the landmark nomination for the Washington Hilton. I’ve argued before that this building isn’t worthy of being landmarked. Many people have made respectable arguments on both sides, and I respect those who feel this building is in fact iconic. But one thing worries me: the HPRB members who voted in favor spoke less about this building’s… Keep reading…
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Armenian Genocide museum retail? Yes
I wondered last week if the Armenian Genocide Museum planned for 14th and G will use its existing storefronts for actual retail. According to the HPO staff report that was approved by HPRB last week, the museum will restore the historic storefronts in the building. Steve Callcott of HPO also told me that at least some of the storefronts will actually be retail; HPO is pushing for all of… Keep reading…