Panel seeks paint details before approving plan for Eisenhower building
The National Capital Planning Commission voted unanimously on Thursday to ask for details from the White House on its plan to paint the Eisenhower Executive Office Building white.
TL;DR
- The National Capital Planning Commission (NCPC) unanimously voted to request details from the White House on plans to paint the Eisenhower Executive Office Building white.
- Preservationists are concerned the paint job could irreversibly damage the building's granite exterior.
- The NCPC seeks information on the paint application process, associated risks like water infiltration, and long-term maintenance costs.
- A White House official stated the project could cost at least $7.5 million.
- Susan Eisenhower disputes claims that the building has been neglected and advises against rushing the project.
- The federal government cites a lack of "symbolic cohesion" with the White House as a reason for the paint plan.
- A lawsuit from preservationists against the proposal is pending in federal court.