Commission approves COA for additions to c.1812 Somerville property

The Historic Preservation Commission approved a Certificate of Appropriateness for two additions to a house built in 1812, finding the proposed additions compatible with Somerville design guidelines.

Todd Kennedy, speaking for staff, summarized the petition: two additions totaling about 872 square feet across a side and rear addition, materials and dimensions shown on submitted plans, and staff recommendations that required permits be obtained before construction and that the additions use the submitted materials. He also relayed Historic Augusta commentary recommending a simplified centered arch for the rear porch; the applicant’s architect, Elizabeth Mickey of Tum Bleder Scott Architects, said the owner prefers the mix of flat and elliptical arches and would accept staff conditions one and two but not the historic‑comment suggestion.

A commissioner moved to approve the COA consistent with staff recommendations (conditions one and two); the motion was seconded and passed by unanimous vote.