Task Force Update by Renee Manes
September Certificate of Appropriateness (CA) application:
- 4711 Swiss Avenue — new 8’ wrought iron 70% open gate/fence on rear 50% of structure
Such beautiful weather and only one CA this month—like me, everyone must be playing hooky from house projects! It took your Peak’s Suburban Addition Historic District Task Force just minutes to review this one CA application because it was in complete alignment with our PSAHD criteria and provided a site plan as well as an illustration of the proposed fence/gate. These applicants obviously researched the PSAHD guidelines and submitted their CA with all the necessary information. The task force did not have to sit around the conference table and try to figure out what was going where--trying to outguess your plans makes for a rather grumpy gathering of truly dedicated volunteers. It is also a waste of valuable time, both yours and ours, and often leads to a “denial without prejudice” because there is not sufficient information for us to approve said project. Yes, I am nagging, but DO YOUR HOMEWORK!
Do call Mark Doty, our very friendly City representative, at 214.671.9260 before you start any work on your property. He can answer your questions and explain the necessary steps for your CA application. If you need a copy of the PSAHD guidelines, Mark can send this to you also. October CA Applications are due to Mark by Thursday, October 2nd.