HPB26-0694

1011 5TH STREET

PNC BANK

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Proposal

The applicant is requesting a Certificate of Appropriateness for exterior façade improvements to an existing non-contributing commercial building within the Ocean Beach Historic District. The proposed scope includes installation of a new architectural canopy at the primary entrance, removal of existing signage framing, installation of new illuminated signage, addition of dark fiber cement vertical accent panels with integrated LED linear lighting, and replacement of double entry doors with a fixed impact-rated glass panel. The improvements are intended to update the building's appearance while maintaining compatibility with the surrounding historic context.

From the Letter of Intent

RS&H is seeking a Certificate of Appropriateness for exterior façade enhancements to an existing commercial building within the Ocean Beach Historic District. The proposed improvements aim to modernize the building's appearance while maintaining compatibility with the surrounding historic context. The scope is limited to surface-level architectural changes and does not alter the building's footprint, massing, or primary structural elements.

• Addition of a new architectural canopy element at the primary entrance
• Updated building signage
• Refinements to the exterior façade
• Removal of additional signage framing at the exterior entrance
• Minor modifications to the entry vestibule
• Replacement of an existing door with a fixed glass panel
• Application of fiber cement panel accent elements with integrated architectural lighting
• Maintenance of existing light/white exterior finish appearance

Staff Recommendation

Compliance Findings:

Key Issues

• Lighting plan for proposed LED accent lighting and illuminated signage not yet provided - must be reviewed for compliance at building permit stage
• Proposed linear LED fixtures are color-changing (RGBW) with orange/red lighting, which staff recommends be changed to static white with a maximum color temperature of 3000K
• A programmable timer is required to reduce intensity during late evening hours and turn off all decorative lighting by midnight
• A photometric plan must be submitted to ensure compliance with glare and light spillover standards
• Final design and details of the Helios canopy must be reviewed and approved by staff
• All building signage requires a separate permit
• Final exterior surface finish samples must be submitted for staff review

Cover Sheet

Land Use Document

785.92 KB

Mailing Labels

Mailing Labels 07-14-26

409.65 KB

Staff Report

Staff Report and Draft Order 07-14-26

272.2 KB

Letter of Intent

Letter of Intent 07-14-26

208.01 KB

Architectural Plans

Submission Package 07-14-26

11.09 MB

Other

Presentation 07-14-26

44.67 MB