An applicant seeking to convert the four-story former printing building at 323 West Mason Avenue into apartments received board approval after describing façade changes and a plan to reuse the building’s industrial character.

The presenter described replacing a worn passenger door with a commercial steel door, repainting garage doors and potentially recessing an infilled garage door slightly to protect future gas meters. The applicant said the building will likely contain nine to 12 units, depending on final floor plans, and proposed interior storm windows to preserve the appearance of original metal sash.

Board members and the applicant discussed elevator restoration (permit pending) and the relationship between the subject building and neighboring properties, including a private alley and easement. One board member declared a recusal on the record because his firm previously worked on the project.

Member (S6) moved to approve the application as written; the chair seconded the motion and the board voted in favor.

The applicant will return if additional façade or paving items require separate review; the board’s approval covered the items presented at the hearing.