235 WASHINGTON AVENUE

BASECAMP305

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Proposal

The applicant is requesting a Certificate of Appropriateness for the total demolition of the existing 2-story structure and its replacement with the construction of a new recreation field for the abutting, previously approved school located at 251 Washington Avenue. The proposal includes an interpretive facade element along Washington Avenue.

From the Letter of Intent

The applicant proposes to demolish the existing two-story structure (former Parkside Hotel built in 1938) and create landscaped recreational open space to serve the adjacent BaseCamp305 school. The project includes fencing, benches, artificial turf play areas, and native landscaping.

• Demolition of existing two-story contributing structure
• Installation of landscaped recreational open space
• Installation of 7-foot aluminum picket fence with gates
• Installation of artificial turf play areas with mini soccer fields
• Native landscaping including Pigeon Plum trees, Allspice trees, and various native shrubs
• Installation of benches for passive recreation
• Creation of historic display to honor the original Parkside Hotel

Staff Recommendation

Compliance Findings:

Key Issues

• Total demolition of contributing structure in historic district
• Structural condition assessment supporting demolition
• Design of interpretive facade element
• Front setback variance required
• Compatibility with historic district character

Microfilm

Building Card

Structural Assessment

Mailing Labels

Recertification

Staff Report

Letter of Intent

Historic Resources Report

Narrative Response

Landscape Plans

Survey

Checklist

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