Agenda Packet_7.30.2026

Architectural Review Board Meeting · 2026-07-30 · agenda_packet

[18 W. Wright Street, 608 E. Belmont Street, 209 S. Baylen Street, 200 W. Garden Street, 114 W. Wright Street, 322 E. Intendencia Street, 211 W. Cervantes Street, 518 N. Baylen Street, 110 W. Strong Street, 523 & 527 E. Government Street, 618 Bayou Blvd; case 26-841, 26-842, 26-843, 26-844, 26-845] The Architectural Review Board (ARB) is considering multiple new business items. Project 26-842 involves new playground equipment and landscaping at 18 W. Wright Street. Project 26-843 is a final review for exterior renovations at 608 E. Belmont Street. Project 26-844 seeks conceptual review to demolish a non-contributing addition and build a new tiki-themed bar at 209 S. Baylen Street. Project 26-845 is a final review for a new shopping center at 200 W. Garden Street. The document also includes minutes from the June 18, 2026, ARB meeting, detailing approvals for a detached garage at 114 W. Wright Street, window replacement and improvements at 322 E. Intendencia Street, window replacement, repairs, and landscaping at 211 W. Cervantes Street, repairs, landscaping, and a new conservatory at 518 N. Baylen Street, window replacement at 110 W. Strong Street, conceptual review for a new residence and ADU at 523 & 527 E. Government Street (denied), and a 60-day demolition delay for 618 Bayou Blvd. [18 W. Wright Street; case 26-842] Outerspaces Landscapes is seeking approval for a new playground at Christ Episcopal Church, located at 18 W. Wright Street. The project includes artificial turf, two 12x12 foot sun-sail canopies on wooden posts, and paver pathways. Construction is planned to begin July 20, 2026, and conclude by August 5, 2026. [608 E. Belmont Street; case 26-843] Grace Jinnah is requesting final approval for exterior renovations at 608 E. Belmont Street. The project includes adding a new rear porch, replacing all windows with single-hung vinyl units, replacing siding with fiber-cement lap siding, installing a new asphalt shingle roof, and updating front porch trim, balusters, and spandrels. Several paint scheme options are under consideration. [209 S. Baylen Street; case 26-844] Conceptual review is requested to demolish a non-contributing addition and construct a new tiki-themed bar at 209 S. Baylen Street. The property is located within the Palafox Historic Business District / Zone C-2A. [200 W. Garden Street; case 26-845] Final review is requested for a new shopping center at 200 W. Garden Street. The property is located within the Palafox Historic Business District / Zone C-2A. [114 W. Wright Street] Advanced Construction Services requested approval to construct a new 22' x 20' detached garage in the rear yard of a single-family residence at 114 W. Wright Street. The proposed garage will have Hardie lap siding, vinyl impact windows, a fiberglass half glass entry door, and carriage house garage doors. The Board approved the project as submitted. [322 E. Intendencia Street] Martin Mullin requested approval to replace thirteen windows with cellular PVC windows, install a metal gate, install a new brick sidewalk, repair several windows, and paint the window trim at 322 E. Intendencia Street. The Board approved the project as submitted. [211 W. Cervantes Street] Nannette Chandler requested approval to replace windows with aluminum-clad wood windows, replace doors with mahogany doors, paint, and landscape at 211 W. Cervantes Street. The Board approved the project with the condition that the railing be submitted for abbreviated review or with an alternate top-affixed rail, and that the treatment of the gable end ornament be consistent with historic treatment. [518 N. Baylen Street] Nannette Chandler requested approval to refinish porch floors, repair doors and windows, paint, landscape, repair and paint a fence, install a new driveway gate, and install a new conservatory at 518 N. Baylen Street. The carriage house on the property was deemed an unsafe structure and scheduled for demolition. The Board approved the project as submitted. [110 W. Strong Street] Martha’s Vineyard Foundation requested approval to replace historic wood windows at 110 W. Strong Street with Sierra Pacific, impact resistant, double hung, aluminum wood-clad windows. The project would be partially funded by a grant if awarded. The Board approved the motion, finding that the composite H3 meets the visual expectations and standards of traditional wood or wood-clad windows. [523 & 527 E. Government Street] Scott Sallis requested conceptual approval to relocate a contributing structure to the rear of the property and perform repairs; construct a new residence above a detached garage/workshop; construct a new two-story, single-family residence with an attached garage; construct a new pool in a courtyard; install a driveway, and landscape at 523 & 527 E. Government Street. The proposed development includes a lot split. The Board denied the application for conceptual approval with encouragement to resubmit based on the comments given. [618 Bayou Blvd] The Board considered a Historic Structure Demolition Application for 618 Bayou Blvd. Advisor Pristera testified on the historical and architectural significance of the home, stating it contributes to the historic character of the neighborhood and the historic development of the area, embodying the architectural style of the 1900s. The Board imposed a full 60-day delay, finding the property met historic and architectural significance and that the delay was preferable to immediate demolition. [209 S. Baylen Street; case 26-844] Conceptual review for demolition of a non-contributing addition and construction of a new tiki-themed bar. The rear wing would be removed for a courtyard and new entryway. The site will feature landscaping, a tiki bar, canopy, and a food truck area. Applicants are under a purchase agreement and seeking feedback. [200 W. Garden Street; case 26-845] Final review for a new shopping center development. Project includes a 33,700 sq ft grocery store and 30,500 sq ft of retail space. Design incorporates existing historic brick walls, brick and stucco facades, canopies, and awnings. A pocket park with an elevated sign is planned at the corner of Palafox and Spring Streets. Conceptual review was approved in May. Additional review of the southeast colonnade and tenant signage will be required later. 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It also specifies BABA compliant configurations and provides ordering information. The document does not contain information about specific projects, locations, applicants, case numbers, decisions, or public comment.