AGENDA DATE: October 5, 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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114 NORTH WINDOMERE AVENUE
Council District 1
Winnetka Heights Historic District
COA-26-000428
Taylor Means
Request
A Certificate of Appropriateness to repaint home with the colors SW 2851 “Sage Green Light” as the main body, SW 2821 “Downing Stone” as the trim, and SW 2846 “Roycroft Bronze Green” as the accent trim and to replace an existing porch ceiling fan.
Applicant Lauren Holloway
Application Filed 8/01/2026
Staff Recommendation
That the request for a Certificate of Appropriateness to repaint home with the colors SW 2851 “Sage Green Light” as the main body, SW 2821 “Downing Stone” as the trim, and SW 2846 “Roycroft Bronze Green” as the accent trim and to replace an existing porch ceiling fan be approved in accordance with specifications submitted on August 2, 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.
Task Force Recommendation
Approve the new paint color scheme but to clarify the that the window trim will be the accent color. The accent color should also be applied to the dentils, brackets, and knee braces of the home. Task Force also requested photos of homes on either side of the property be provided.
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