NCPC seeks more details on plan to paint Eisenhower building white

15 articles · Updated · The Washington Post · May 7

The commission wants further testing on possible damage to the Eisenhower Executive Office Building’s granite exterior, as Susan Eisenhower publicly criticises the proposal.
The plan has already triggered preservationist opposition, a federal lawsuit and regulatory scrutiny over costs, maintenance and whether paint could irreversibly harm the National Historic Landmark.
Trump has said the 1870s building is unattractive and should be painted white to match the White House, while NCPC staff have recommended cleaning rather than painting.

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