# Alteration or repair permit COM2019-68052 at 253 Robert St, Baltimore

Baltimore Department of Housing and Community Development permit COM2019-68052: issued Jul 19, 2019 for alteration or repair work at 253 Robert St. per chap:: bolton hill hist/arch pres distr- approved as per chap atp: remove deteriorated mortar from rear elevation of house, removing mortar until sound mortar is reached, or the depth is 2.5 times the width of the joint. replacement mortar to match historic mortar in hardness, composition, texture, joint profile, and color (in case the paint is removed in the future). repaint wall to match existing color. it is recommended that the exterior paint be as vapor-permeable as possible, such as a 100% acrylic latex. if this work requires the scraping or removal of paint, the work will comply with lead-based paint safety regulations. all work to be completed as per plans in chap files. scope of work: exterior alterations to include: cut and repoint mortar at painted, rear brick wall; repaint upon completion of masonry work, all work will be done according to baltimore city code.

- Permit number: COM2019-68052
- Issued: Jul 19, 2019
- Type of work: Alteration or repair (city: 1-08)
- Status: Issued (city: not listed)
- Reported cost: $3,500
- ZIP code: 21217 (derived from location)
- All permits at this address: https://nearbypermits.com/baltimore/address/253-robert-st/

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