Board approves four‑seasons enclosure at 510 South Washington

The Winchester Board of Architectural Review voted to approve a certificate of appropriateness for the enclosure of a side porch at 510 South Washington, concluding the work would not materially harm the building's historic appearance because the porch had been altered previously and is not on a primary elevation. Staff reviewed historic photos and explained the porch had been enclosed after 1950, and that proposed materials would be wood windows and appropriate paneling.

"The porch was enclosed sometime after 1950," a staff member said, summarizing the historic record and photographs that showed the earlier open porch. Board members noted that the detailing and trim would remain intact and that the proposed change was preferable to the existing condition on the primary elevation previously approved at another address. A member moved to approve BAR-26-89 "as proposed," the motion was seconded and the Board approved.

Why it matters: The application restores order to a mid‑20th‑century alteration by ensuring replacement materials are wood and that visual detail remains intact. The decision avoids a stricter prohibition on enclosing primary elevations because staff determined this is not a primary elevation.

What comes next: The applicant can proceed with permit applications consistent with the approved design and materials.