The Clayton Architectural Review Board (ARB) meeting on September 3, 2025, highlighted a significant proposal for a home renovation in the Clayton Gardens Urban Design District. The property, located on Crandon Drive, is currently a one-and-a-half-story single-family house that has undergone exterior alterations without the necessary permits. The owner, Kelly Chase, is seeking approval for these changes, which include painting the brick a beige color, installing new gray windows, replacing dormer vents with windows, adding painted shutters, and constructing a new covered front entry.

City staff reviewed the proposal and expressed their support, noting that the proposed changes align with the character of the surrounding neighborhood, where painted brick is common. They emphasized that the alterations would not affect the house's overall massing, making them compatible with the existing architecture in the area.

Stacy Karlovic, the interior designer representing the homeowner, confirmed that the updates aim to modernize the home to better fit in with the neighborhood. She acknowledged that the team initially did not realize they needed ARB approval for the painting and window updates, as they were primarily focused on the roofline changes.

Board members expressed their approval of the renovations, with one member commenting on the positive visual impact the new porch would have on the home, which currently appears flat. The concrete pad for the porch is already in place, indicating that the project is well underway.

This meeting underscores the ongoing efforts in Clayton to maintain the aesthetic integrity of neighborhoods while allowing homeowners to enhance their properties. The ARB's support for the proposed changes reflects a commitment to balancing community standards with individual homeowner needs. As the board moves forward with the approval process, residents can anticipate a more modern and visually appealing addition to the Clayton Gardens area.