Board approves storefront entrance relocation at 74 Commerce Street to address loitering and safety
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Summary
A business at 74 Commerce Street received board approval to move its entrance forward and enclose an alcove after the applicant cited loitering and safety concerns; the board found the proposed storefront compatible with the building.
Jeff Windham, managing partner at Aldridge Borden and Company, asked the board to approve moving his storefront entrance and sidelights forward to close a recessed alcove at 74 Commerce Street, citing repeated loitering, sleeping, and trash issues that affect safety.
Windham said the change would align the entry with the front face of the building and reduce opportunities for loitering. Board members noted the recessed storefront element is not original to the building and that the proposed change is contemporary compatible. One board member said recessed entries add character, but the majority found the proposed treatment acceptable.
A motion to approve "as submitted" was made, seconded and approved; the transcript does not record a roll‑call tally. The applicant and staff will proceed with permitting steps.