The Brownsville preservation commission approved plans for a small sales office and car lot at 1320 South Frontage Road on May 16, subject to conditions on exterior materials, fencing, signage and a five‑foot setback.

Staff presenter Roberto Ruiz told the commission the property is not part of the National Register‑listed core and that the lot currently contains overgrown vegetation and chain‑link fences but no structures of historic significance. Ruiz recommended approval with conditions including wood or cement‑board siding, raised‑panel doors, aluminum windows, boxed wood columns, composition roof shingles, and a wrought‑iron or picket fence around the building rather than across the entire car lot; he also recommended a stucco finish over exposed block for fire‑separation reasons.

Commission discussion touched on signage and lighting controls to avoid bright, freeway‑facing lights, and on choosing a fencing style that provides security (wrought iron) while respecting historic character. Staff explained the minimum setback for the commercial frontage is five feet unless fire separation standards require otherwise.

Outcome: Commissioner motioned to approve the project subject to the listed conditions; the motion was seconded and passed by a voice vote.

Implementation: Staff said the applicant must show details for the siding, the boxed wood columns, the fence picket/wrought‑iron design and exterior color choices during permit review. The commission noted the city forester and signage rules will also apply when the applicant completes permit applications.