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Proposed Window Change for 281 East Jefferson Avenue Garage

Original title: 1. Modification for Minor Certificate of Appropriateness (MINCOA-022883-2023) Project Address: 281 East Jefferson Avenue Project Applicant: George Moawad Project Planner: Geoffrey Starns, AICP, AIA, LEED AP, Planning Manager Council District: Council District No. 4 A request to modify previously approved Minor Certificate of Appropriateness (MINCOA-022883-2023), which proposed the construction of an addition to a garage of a contributing resource within the Lincoln Park Historic District. This modification request is limited to including hopper windows as an approved window type. Recommendation Staff recommends that the Historic Preservation Commission approve the requested modification to MINCOA-022883-2023 and adopt Resolution No. 26-022, subject to conditions.

June 3, 2026

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The Frame

What this does

The property owner, George Moawad, is seeking official approval to modify previously authorized construction plans to include a specific window type for a garage addition in a protected historic district.

Who is mentioned in the record

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George Moawad

The applicant must receive commission approval to legally install the requested window type on the garage addition.

Lincoln Park Historic District residents

Residents in the district are subject to the architectural standards enforced by the Historic Preservation Commission.

What changed

Last recorded activity June 3, 2026.

What's next

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Summary

The Historic Preservation Commission is reviewing a request to allow the installation of hopper-style windows on a garage addition at 281 East Jefferson Avenue. This property is located within the Lincoln Park Historic District.

Key Facts

  • The applicant is requesting to add hopper windows to a previously approved garage addition.
  • The property is located within the Lincoln Park Historic District.
  • The project is identified by file number 26-1419.
  • Planning staff recommends that the Historic Preservation Commission approve the modification.
  • Staff recommends the adoption of Resolution No. 26-022, subject to unspecified conditions.
  • The request is a modification to the previously approved Minor Certificate of Appropriateness (MINCOA-022883-2023).

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a hopper window?
A hopper window is a window that is hinged at the bottom and opens inward from the top.
Why does the owner need permission to change the windows?
Because the property is located within a historic district, exterior modifications must be approved by the Historic Preservation Commission to ensure they comply with district standards.

Why It Matters

The property owner, George Moawad, is seeking official approval to modify previously authorized construction plans to include a specific window type for a garage addition in a protected historic district.

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personGeorge MoawadThe project applicant requesting the modification.Map →
location281 East Jefferson AvenueThe address of the property subject to the modification request.Map →
personGeoffrey StarnsPlanning Manager and project planner.Map →
locationLincoln Park Historic DistrictThe historic district where the property is located.Map →
locationCouncil District No. 4The municipal district where the property is located.Map →

Sources

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webapi.legistar.com

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