AGENDA DATE: April 6, 2026
COUNCIL DISTRICT: D1
HISTORIC DISTRICT: Winnetka Heights (H/15)
DEPARTMENT: Department of Planning and Development
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SUBJECT
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129 S. MONTCLAIR AVE.
Council District 1
Winnetka Heights Historic District
COA-26-000096
Christina Paress
Request
A Certificate of Appropriateness to plant a Desert Willow tree in the parkway.
Applicant Ted Cogan
Application Filed 2/25/2026
Staff Recommendation
That the request for a Certificate of Appropriateness to plant a Desert Willow tree in the parkway be approved with the finding of fact that although the proposed tree is technically inconsistent with the preservation criteria (Exhibit 87B), it would not have an adverse effect on the district. The proposed work would, therefore, meet City Code Section 51A-4.501(g)(6)(C)(i) for contributing structures; and/or the Secretary of the Interior’s Guidelines for Setting (District/Neighborhood).
Task Force Recommendation
That the request for a Certificate of Appropriateness to plant a Desert Willow tree in the parkway be denied without prejudice. Desert Willow is not on the approved list of plants/trees for the parkway. Keep grass, no gravel.
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