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26-2372A
| 1 | C1. | | CONSENT ITEMS | JUNIUS HEIGHTS TASK FORCE APPOINTMENT
Christina Paress
Appointment of Lindsey Landman to the Junius Heights Task Force. | | |
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26-2373A
| 1 | C2. | | CONSENT ITEMS | 3536 GRAND AVENUE
Council District 7
Fair Park Historic District
COA-26-000201
Rhonda Dunn
Request
A Certificate of Appropriateness to install new trees and plant material around the main building.
Applicant Jose Soto
Application Filed 7/17/2026
Staff Recommendation
That the request for a Certificate of Appropriateness to install new trees and plant material around the main building be approved in accordance with drawings and specifications dated 7/17/2026 with the following conditions: that plant materials must be compatible with historic Fair Park landscape character and must reflect historically appropriate or approved alternate plant species; that landscape design must not obstruct historic view corridors or historically unobstructed building façades; that planting must not alter or infringe upon character-defining spaces within the Fair Park Historic District; and that tree placement must avoid interference with historic circulation patterns or spatial relationships documented as character-defining. Implementation of the recommended conditions would allow the proposed | | |
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26-2376A
| 1 | C3. | | CONSENT ITEMS | 5614 JUNIUS STREET
Junius Heights Historic District
COA-26-000334
Christina Paress
Request
A Certificate of Appropriateness to change paint colors of main structure (Body - SW0032 “Needle Point Navy”, Trim - SW7006 “Extra White”, and Doors - SW7069 “Iron Ore”).
Applicant Ramiro Araiza
Application Filed 6/16/2026
Staff Recommendation
That the request for a Certificate of Appropriateness to change paint colors of main structure (Body - SW0032 “Needle Point Navy”, Trim - SW7006 “Extra White”, and Doors - SW7069 “Iron Ore”) be approved with the conditions that the body color be less saturated and the trim be a more creamy color so that the paint colors are more appropriate and have less contrast and that final colors be approved by staff prior to application. Implementation of the proposed conditions would allow the proposed work to be consistent with preservation criteria Section 4.8 and 5.9; City Code Section 4.501(g)(6)(C)(i) for contributing properties, and the Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for Rehabilitation.
Task Force Recommendation
No quorum. Comments only. | | |
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26-2378A
| 1 | C4. | | CONSENT ITEMS | 4515 SWISS AVENUE
Peak’s Suburban Addition Historic District
Council District 2
COA-26-000308
Christina Paress
Request
A Certificate of Appropriateness to install a new metal picket fence in front - side yard.
Applicant Bobby Ralston
Application Filed 6/3/2026
Staff Recommendation
That the request to install a new metal picket fence in front - side yard be approved in accordance with site plan and specifications dated 8/3/2026. The proposed work is consistent with preservation criteria 2.10; City Code Section 4.501(g)(6)(C)(i) for contributing properties, and the Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for Setting (Neighborhood/District).
Task Force Recommendation
That the request to install a new wrought iron picket fence in front - side yard be approved. | | |
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26-2379A
| 1 | C5. | | CONSENT ITEMS | 2615 PARK ROW
South Boulevard-Park Row Historic District
Council District 7
COA-26-000338
Marcus Watson
Request
A request for an extension of a previously-approved Certificate of Demolition for the main structure (Standard: Imminent Threat to Public Health or Safety).
Applicant Marsaw, Terry
Application Filed 6/16/2026
Staff Recommendation
That the request for an extension of a previously-approved Certificate of Demolition for the main structure (Standard: Imminent Threat to Public Health or Safety) be approved with the findings of fact that the request for demolition was previously approved on July 15, 2025, that the structure constitutes a documented major and imminent threat to public health and safety, that the demolition or removal is required to alleviate the threat to public health and safety, that there is no reasonable way, other than demolition or removal to eliminate the threat in a timely manner, and that the structure is noncontributing to the district due to alterations that have affected its historic integrity. The proposed demolition, therefore, meets the s | | |
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26-2380A
| 1 | C6. | | CONSENT ITEMS | 318 N. MONTCLAIR AVENUE
Winnetka Heights Historic District
Council District 1
COA-26-000323
Taylor Means
Request
A Certificate of Appropriateness to paint the main structure (SW 6208 “Pewter Green,” fascia, trim, and columns SW 7036 “Accessible Beige,” and column trim, caps, and cases SW 7048 “Urban Bronze”).
Applicant Patricia Rodriguez
Application Filed 6/10/2026
Staff Recommendation
That the request for a Certificate of Appropriateness to paint the main structure (SW 6208 “Pewter Green,” fascia, trim, and columns SW 7036 “Accessible Beige,” and column trim, caps, and cases SW 7048 “Urban Bronze”) be approved with the conditions that no brick or other masonry is to be painted; with the findings of fact that the paint colors are appropriate to the district and would not have an adverse effect on the district. Implementation of the proposed conditions would allow the work to be consistent with preservation criteria Sec.51P-87-111(a)(8); meet City Code Section 51A-4.501(g)(6)(C)(i) for contributing structures; and/or the Secretary of the Interior’s Guidelines for Rehabilitat | | |
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26-2381A
| 1 | C7. | | CONSENT ITEMS | 311 S. ROSEMONT AVENUE
Winnetka Heights Historic District
Council District 1
COA-26-000354
Taylor Means
Request
A Certificate of Appropriateness to install a new metal gate in the interior side yard across the existing driveway.
Applicant Fiona Butler
Application Filed 6/22/2026
Staff Recommendation
That the request for a Certificate of Appropriateness to install a new metal gate in the interior side yard across the existing driveway be approved with findings of fact that the design and colors of the gate are appropriate to the district and that despite the gate falling within the front 50 percent of the home, it is a natural location for the gate and would not have an adverse effect on the district.. The proposed work is, therefore, consistent with preservation criteria Sec.51P-87-111(b)(2), applying the exception in Section 51P-87-111(b)(2)(C)(ii); meets 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 | | |
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26-2377A
| 1 | CR8. | | COURTESY REVIEW ITEMS | 5015 REIGER AVENUE
Munger Place Historic District
Council District 14
COA-26-000355
Christina Paress
Request
A Certificate of Appropriateness to construct a new accessory structure in rear yard.
Applicant Michaela Houghton
Application Filed 6/29/2026
Staff Recommendation
Courtesy Review - no action required. That the request to construct a new accessory structure be conceptually approved with the understanding that the final design, as well as associated site plans, elevations, renderings, and details, are to be submitted for Landmark Commission review.
Task Force Recommendation
Courtesy Review to construct a new accessory structure in rear yard be approved with the following conditions: That the windows be all wood and that the architect confirm roof pitch and dormer is compatible with the main structure. | | |
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26-2396A
| 1 | CR9. | | COURTESY REVIEW ITEMS | 4835 JUNIUS STREET
Peak’s Suburban Addition Historic District
Council District 2
COA-26-000318
Christina Paress
Request
1. A Courtesy Review to restore main structure to original single-family architecture.
2. A Courtesy Review to construct a rear carport.
Applicant Anne-Marie Starr
Application Filed 7/3/2026
Staff Recommendation
Courtesy Review - no action required. That the request to restore main structure to original single-family architecture and construct a rear carport be conceptually approved with the understanding that the final design, as well as associated site plans, elevations, renderings, and details, are to be submitted for Landmark Commission review.
Task Force Recommendation
That the request to restore main structure to original single-family architecture and construct a rear carport be denied without prejudice with the following comments/recommendations: Removal of non-historic structures and center window on front is approved.
1. Elevations of the sides and rear of the house are needed. What is proposed to replace the doors on the second floor onc | | |
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26-2398A
| 1 | CR10. | | COURTESY REVIEW ITEMS | 202 S. CLIFF STREET
Council District 4
Tenth Street Historic District
COA-26-000357
Rhonda Dunn
Request
A Courtesy Review of the construction of a horizontal (cornerside and rear) addition to the existing main building.
Applicant Shannon Brown-Key
Application Filed 7/17/2026
Staff Recommendation
Courtesy Review - no action required. That the request to construct a horizontal (cornerside and rear) addition to the existing main building be conceptually approved with the understanding that the cornerside section is setback a minimum of 50 percent from the front exterior wall; and that the final (revised) design(s), as well as associated site plans, elevations, renderings, and details, are to be submitted for Landmark Commission review.
Task Force Recommendation
Courtesy Review - Comments only. Non-Supportive, with the following comments: consider either a two-story rear (only) addition or subdivide the lot and build a detached single family dwelling on the cornerside lot. | | |
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26-2400A
| 1 | CR11. | | COURTESY REVIEW ITEMS | 115 N. MONTCLAIR AVENUE
Winnetka Heights Historic District
Council District 1
COA-26-000349
Taylor Means
Request
A Certificate of Appropriateness to renovate existing front porch columns.
Applicant John Bearg
Application Filed 6/19/2026
Staff Recommendation
Courtesy Review - no action required. That the request to renovate the four existing porch columns be conceptually approved with the understanding that the final design, as well as associated, elevations, renderings, and details are to be submitted for staff and Landmark Commission review.
Task Force Recommendation
Courtesy Review - Comments only:
Task Force recommended looking for ghosting to gather hints on what the columns once were and that should the applicant proceed with Rendering #1, it is not recommended to have two brick pedestals close together. | | |
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26-2397A
| 1 | D15. | | DISCUSSION ITEMS | 5714 SWISS AVENUE
Swiss Avenue Historic District
Council District 14
COA-26-000329
Christina Paress
Request
1. A Certificate of Appropriateness to construct a rear one-story covered porch.
2. A Certificate of Appropriateness to replace screens on front porch with all wood windows and doors.
Applicant Leslie Nepveux
Application Filed 6/11/2026
Staff Recommendation
1. That the request for a Certificate of Appropriateness to construct a rear one-story covered porch be approved with the conditions that the delineation of the new porch addition is not flush with the main structure wall so that the overhang does not protrude past existing main structure corner and that the replacement siding be wood and submitted to staff for approval. Implementation of the proposed condition would allow the work to be consistent with preservation criteria Sec. 51P-63.116(1)(B); meet City Code Section 4.501(g)(6)(C)(i) for contributing properties, and the Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for Rehabilitation (Neighborhood/District).
2. That the request for a Certificate of Appropriateness to replace sc | | |
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26-2421A
| 1 | D12. | | DISCUSSION ITEMS | 5930 JUNIUS STREET
Junius Heights Historic District
Council District 14
COA-26-000227
Christina Paress
Request
1. A Certificate of Appropriateness to replace sunroom louvres with grid framed screens.
2. A Certificate of Appropriateness to install landscaping in front yard.
Applicant Taylor Patin
Application Filed 7/8/2026
Staff Recommendation
1. That the request for a Certificate of Appropriateness to replace sunroom louvres with grid framed screens be denied without prejudice with the finding of fact that per Section 7.1 and 7.2 of the preservation criteria porches and balconies on protected facades may not be enclosed and it is recommended that existing enclosed porches on protected facades be restored to their historic appearance. The proposed work is therefore not consistent with preservation criteria Section 7; does not meet City Code Section 4.501(g)(6)(C)(i) for contributing properties, and the Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for Rehabilitation (Neighborhood/District).
2. That the request for a Certificate of Appropriateness to install landscaping in front y | | |
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26-2422A
| 1 | D13. | | DISCUSSION ITEMS | 4704 GASTON AVENUE
Peak’s Suburban Addition Historic District
Council District 2
COA-26-000358
Christina Paress
Request
A Certificate of Appropriateness to construct a new main structure on a vacant lot.
Applicant Fred Pena
Application Filed 7/9/2026
Staff Recommendation
That a Certificate of Appropriateness to construct a new main structure on a vacant lot be approved in accordance with drawings and specifications dated 8/3/2026. The proposed work is consistent with preservation criteria 4.2 and 4.3; City Code Section 4.501(g)(6)(C)(ii) for noncontributing properties, and the Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for Setting (Neighborhood/District).
Task Force Recommendation
That a Certificate of Appropriateness to construct a new main structure on a vacant lot be approved with conditions. Recommendations:
1. Column bases should be brick if going to the ground
2. The plan with the full-length porch gable is preferred as this allows for the columns to lay out better against the fenestrations of the door and windows
3. A sidewalk should be added to the front which is | | |
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26-2423A
| 1 | D14. | | DISCUSSION ITEMS | 5310 SWISS AVENUE
Swiss Avenue Historic District
Council District 14
COA-26-000320
Christina Paress
Request
1. A Certificate of Appropriateness to change paint colors of main structure.
2. A Certificate of Appropriateness to install gutters on the main structure.
Applicant Courtney Joyner
Application Filed 6/26/2026
Staff Recommendation
1. That a request for a Certificate of Appropriateness to change paint colors of main structure be denied without prejudice with the finding of fact that the proposed colors are not appropriate to the architectural style of the main structure.
2. That a request for a Certificate of Appropriateness to install gutters on the main structure be approved with the condition that the gutters match the approved fascia trim color of the structure. Implementation of the proposed condition would allow the work to be consistent with preservation criteria Sec. 51P-63.116(1)(H)(iv); City Code Section 4.501(g)(6)(C)(i) for contributing properties, and the Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for Rehabilitation.
Task Force Recommendation
1. That a | | |
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26-2424A
| 1 | D16. | | DISCUSSION ITEMS | 3503 MEYERS STREET
Council District 7
Wheatley Place Historic District
COA-26-000360
Rhonda Dunn
Request
1. A Certificate of Appropriateness to replace windows (total 23) on all four elevations and to restore window fenestration on front facade.
2. A Certificate of Appropriateness for the construction of a rear horizontal addition to the main building.
Applicant Iris Martinez
Application Filed 7/17/2026
Staff Recommendation
1. That the request for a Certificate of Appropriateness to replace windows (total 23) on all four elevations and to restore window fenestration on front facade be approved in accordance with drawings and specifications dated 7/17/2026 with the following conditions: that windows on original structure not be enclosed or resized; that replacement windows on front and right (cornerside) elevations be all wood (no cladding); and that remaining windows be aluminum (not cladded) with lite configuration of one-over-one. Implementation of the recommended conditions would allow the proposed work to be consistent with preservation criteria Section 4.3 under Facades a | | |
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26-2437A
| 1 | D17. | | DISCUSSION ITEMS | 505 W. TENTH STREET
Council District 1
Muse House
Rhonda Dunn and Raeesa Parvez Patel
Request
Request a public hearing to consider initiation of the historic designation process for 505 W. Tenth Street (the Muse House).
Owner MUSE FAMILY TRUST | | |
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26-2438A
| 1 | D18. | | DISCUSSION ITEMS | 1618 MAIN STREET
Council District 14
Neiman Marcus Building
Rhonda Dunn and Raeesa Parvez Patel
Request
Request a public hearing to consider initiation of the historic designation process for 1618 Main Street (the Neiman Marcus Building).
Owner THE NEIMAN MARCUS GROUP INC | | |