Further, we feel that the arrangement of the windows on the proposed new building requires further study, but will likely be resolved if the building itself is reduced by a story. The rear addition, while modest, is inappropriate because the rears on this row are uniform, and should remain so.
Action: No Action
LPC-23-07009
Joyce Kilmer Park – Grand Concourse Historic District
BINDING REPORT
A park, established C. 1926. Application is to install a freestanding restroom enclosure prototype and a mechanical cabinet and alter paving.
HDC understands that this restroom is a pre-designed object. We note, however, that it could be painted, and we feel that a coat of Parks Department Green would make it more appropriate to its surroundings. In terms of siting, we feel this is an appropriate place for the unit, but we feel the applicant should further minimize the visibility of the RPZ Unit.
Action: Unanimously approved
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HDC also finds the rear facade to be too commercial looking and wholly inappropriate for this building. It must be reduced in height so that the original massing of the building is more legible, and the third-floor double casement windows and attic dormer can be retained.
Finally, we will note that the applicant proposes excavating the cellar of this building, which we find wholly inappropriate. Doing excavation on an 1824 building as fragile as this one could be catastrophic.
Action: No Action