AGENDA DATE: November 2, 2026
COUNCIL DISTRICT: D1
HISTORIC DISTRICT: Winnetka Heights (H/15)
DEPARTMENT: Department of Planning and Development
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SUBJECT
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218 S. ROSEMONT AVENUE
Council District 1
Winnetka Heights Historic District
COA-26-000537
Taylor Means
Request
1. A Certificate of Appropriateness to repaint main structure and detached garage with the colors SW 7008 “Alabaster” as the main body, Behr S270-5 “Gingersnap” as the window trim, front shakes, and porch floor and ceiling, and the front door SW 3542 “Charwood”.
2. A Certificate of Appropriateness to replace an existing porch ceiling fan.
Applicant Autumn Cooper
Application Filed 09/19/2026
Staff Recommendation
1. That the request for a Certificate of Appropriateness to repaint home and detached garage with the colors SW 7008 “Alabaster” as the main body, Behr S270-5 “Gingersnap” as the window trim, front shakes, and porch floor and ceiling, SW 9173 “Shiitake” as the accent trim, the front door Behr HDC-CL-14A “Warm Onyx” be approved in accordance with specifications submitted on September 19, 2026, with the condition that no brick or other masonry be painted. Implementation of the recommended condition would allow the proposed work to be consistent with preservation criteria Sec. 51P-87-111(a)(8)(C) and City Code Section 51A-4.501(g)(6)(C)(i) for contributing structures; and/or the Secretary of the Interior’s Guidelines for Rehabilitation.
2. That the request for a Certificate of Appropriateness to replace an existing porch ceiling fan be approved in accordance with specifications submitted on September 19, 2026. The proposed work would not have an adverse effect on the structure or district and would, therefore, meet City Code Section 51A-4.501(g)(6)(C)(i) for contributing structures; and/or the Secretary of the Interior’s Guidelines for Rehabilitation.
Task Force Recommendation
Approves the proposed work with the condition of exploring staining the front door a dark brown color with a glossy topcoat instead of a black door.
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