Contractor confirms vent and column changes at 537 Lyman Place; board asks for breathable brick product

The contractor for 537 Lyman Place described the intended work: gable vents in some locations will be removed and roof‑mounted bridal vents installed where noted; front columns include one structural column that will be retained and one faux column that will be removed and replaced with painted PVC trim and matching base/capital details. The contractor confirmed replacement windows will be sized to fit existing openings and that the proposed units are shown without internal grids.

A board member asked about preserving brick performance if the applicant intends to whitewash or paint the brick. The contractor said a breathable product will be specified and that material information can be submitted with the permit application. The board moved to approve the project as submitted and asked the contractor to provide the brick finish product specification in permit review.