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and renovations and documentation from the National Park Service had been included in the application material. Questions / Comments and Discussion by Historic Preservation Commission - What would happen with the retaining wall along the eastern property line? Mr. Trost stated it was to be replaced. - Would the subject property and property to the south (surface lot) be physically separated? Mr. Trost stated that there would be a connection between the two properties which would be described in more detail with the next agenda item (proposed construction of a garage at 560 Trinity Avenue). - Would the new entryways maintain consistency or appearance with the existing architecture? Mr. Trost stated the new entryways would be aluminum storefront, but would not be visible from Delmar Boulevard. - Would the new surface parking lot material be permeable? Mr. Trost stated the material would be concrete. - Is the existing retaining wall located on the property line? Mr. Trost stated it had shifted over the line over the years. - Would the entire retaining wall be replaced? Mr. Trost stated it would be replaced beginning at the northeast corner, and then south until it terminated into (joined with) the United States Post Office retaining wall. There would be a guard rail along the retaining wall as required by Code. - What would be the design and appearance of the guardrail? Would it require HPC review? Mr. Greatens stated that HPC review would depend on how the proposal fit with the language in the Ordinance, but it could be an informational item at a minimum. - Commission members pointed out that the one-story garage proposed to be demolished was constructed with reinforced concrete with brick exterior and no terra cotta. While it was original to the building, there were no significant features. It was also noted that the new entrances would not be visible from Delmar Boulevard. All windows above the first floor had already been replaced with modern windows at some point in time. - Mr. Trost pointed out that all renovations and the proposed demolition had been approved by SHPO. A motion was made by Mr. Chilton to accept the proposed demolition as presented and recommend approval. The motion was seconded by Ms. Jacobson and carried unanimously. 5. Other Business 5.a. File Number: HPC 17-02 560 Trinity Avenue Preliminary review/consultation for construction of a proposed multi-level parking garage in the Civic Complex Historic District (Local Historic District) Mr. Greatens provided background information including a summary of the applicable Zoning Code Sections. This was a request for preliminary review in order for the applicant to obtain feedback from Commission members regarding the proposed garage. No vote is requested at this time. tğŭĻ Ћ ƚŅ Ѝ