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Meeting Name: Landmark Commission Agenda status: Final
Meeting date/time: 11/2/2026 9:30 AM Minutes status: Draft  
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26-3460A 1C14. CONSENT ITEMS3831 WILDER STREET Council District 7 Queen City Predesignation Moratorium COA-26-000565 Taylor Means Request 1. A Certificate of Appropriateness to construct an attached, open rear porch and to reconfigure two ganged windows into sliding doors on the rear of the main structure (unauthorized work). 2. A Certificate of Appropriateness to replace the two front doors of the main structure with two new craftsman-style doors (unauthorized work). Applicant Fernando Sanchez Application Filed 8/17/2026 Staff Recommendation 1. That the request for a Certificate of to construct an attached, open rear porch and to reconfigure two ganged windows into sliding doors on the rear of the main structure be approved in accordance with the plans and specifications dated August 4, 2026, with a finding of fact that the proposed work would not have an adverse effect on the structure or historic district. The proposed work, therefore, meets City Code Section 51A-4.501(g)(6)(C)(i) for contributing structures; and/or the Secretary of the Interior’s Guidelines for Rehabilitation (District/Neighborho  
26-3473A 1CE1. Certificate of Eligibility Items (CE)407 S. ROSEMONT AVE Council District 1 Winnetka Heights Historic District CE267-001(CP) Christina Paress Request A Certificate of Eligibility (CE) for a tax exemption on 100 percent of land and improvements for a period of ten years and approval of an estimated $150,000 in expenditures to be spent on rehabilitation prior to the issuance of the Certificate of Eligibility. Applicant Conrad Castillo Application Filed 08/03/2026 Staff Recommendation That the Certificate of Eligibility and an estimated $150,000 in expenditures to be spent on rehabilitation prior to the issuance of the Certificate of Eligibility be approved.  
26-3134A 1C2. CONSENT ITEMS909 1ST AVENUE Council District 7 Fair Park Historic District COA-26-000540 Rhonda Dunn, Ph.D. Request A Certificate of Appropriateness to install a 10-foot by 20-foot digital LED display board on the Music Hall building, mounted to the non-historic 1970s addition. Applicant Paul Santoyo Application Filed 09/28/2026 Staff Recommendation That the request for a Certificate of Appropriateness to install a 10-foot by 20-foot digital LED display board on the Music Hall building, mounted to the non-historic 1970s addition be approved in accordance with drawings and specifications dated 09/28/2026 with the following conditions: that anchoring and power supply for the sign be routed through existing mortar joints only; that all electrical conduits and attachments be concealed; and that the display board incorporate automatic dusk-to-dawn dimming and not exceed 300 nits at night or 5,000 nits during daylight hours, with all content and illumination levels calibrated to prevent glare or visual intrusion into adjacent historic structures or protected view corridors. Implementation of   
26-3135A 1C3. CONSENT ITEMS4516 JUNIUS STREET Council District 2 Peak’s Suburban Addition Historic District COA-26-000506 Christina Paress Request A Certificate of Appropriateness to plant two (2) Crepe Myrtle trees in the parkway in participation with the Dallas Reforestation Fund Program. Applicant Amalia Campos Application Filed 8/26/2026 Staff Recommendation That the request for a Certificate of Appropriateness to plant two (2) Crepe Myrtle trees in the parkway in participation with the Dallas Reforestation Fund Program be approved with the condition that staff may revise species and location per city arborist recommendation. Implementation of the proposed condition would allow the proposed work to be consistent with preservation criteria Section 2.6; meet the 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 two (2) Crepe Myrtle trees in the parkway in accordance with specifications dated 10/5/2026 in  
26-3136A 1C4. CONSENT ITEMS4677 JUNIUS STREET Council District 2 Peak’s Suburban Addition Historic District COA-26-000457 Christina Paress Request A Certificate of Appropriateness to plant three (3) Crepe Myrtle trees in the parkway in participation with the Dallas Reforestation Fund Program. Applicant Amalia Campos Application Filed 8/13/2026 Staff Recommendation That the request for a Certificate of Appropriateness to plant three (3) Crepe Myrtle trees in the parkway in participation with the Dallas Reforestation Fund Program be approved with the condition that staff may revise species and location per city arborist recommendation. Implementation of the proposed condition would allow the proposed work to be consistent with preservation criteria Section 2.6; meet the 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 three (3) Crepe Myrtle trees in the parkway in accordance with specifications dated 10/5/2  
26-3137A 1C5. CONSENT ITEMS4724 JUNIUS STREET Council District 2 Peak’s Suburban Addition Historic District COA-26-000476 Christina Paress Request A Certificate of Appropriateness to plant one (1) Eve’s Necklace tree in the parkway in participation with the Dallas Reforestation Fund Program. Applicant Amalia Campos Application Filed 8/19/2026 Staff Recommendation That the request for a Certificate of Appropriateness to plant one (a) Eve’s Necklace tree in the parkway in participation with the Dallas Reforestation Fund Program be approved with the condition that staff may revise species and location per city arborist recommendation. Implementation of the proposed condition would allow the proposed work to be consistent with preservation criteria Section 2.6; meet the 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 one (a) Eve’s Necklace tree in the parkway in accordance with specifications dated 10/5/2026  
26-3138A 1C6. CONSENT ITEMS4820 JUNIUS STREET Council District 2 Peak’s Suburban Addition Historic District COA-26-000477 Christina Paress Request A Certificate of Appropriateness to plant one (1) October Glory Maple tree in the parkway in participation with the Dallas Reforestation Fund Program. Applicant Amalia Campos Application Filed 8/19/2026 Staff Recommendation That the request for a Certificate of Appropriateness to plant one (1) October Glory Maple tree in the parkway in participation with the Dallas Reforestation Fund Program be approved with the condition that staff may revise species and location per city arborist recommendation. Implementation of the proposed condition would allow the proposed work to be consistent with preservation criteria Section 2.6; meet the 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 one (1) October Glory Maple tree in the parkway in accordance with specifications  
26-3139A 1C7. CONSENT ITEMS1003 MORELAND AVENUE Council District 2 Peak’s Suburban Addition Historic District COA-26-000505 Christina Paress Request A Certificate of Appropriateness to plant one (1) Chinese Pistache tree in the parkway along Sycamore Street and two (2) Redbuds in the parkway along Fitzhugh Avenue in participation with the Dallas Reforestation Fund Program. Applicant Amalia Campos Application Filed 8/13/2026 Staff Recommendation That the request for a Certificate of Appropriateness to plant one (1) Chinese Pistache tree in the parkway along Sycamore St and two (2) Redbuds in the parkway along Fitzhugh Avenue in participation with the Dallas Reforestation Fund Program be approved with the condition that staff may revise species and location per city arborist recommendation. Implementation of the proposed condition would allow the proposed work to be consistent with preservation criteria Section 2.6; meet the 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 Recommendat  
26-3140A 1C8. CONSENT ITEMS514 N PRAIRIE AVENUE Council District 2 Peak’s Suburban Addition Historic District COA-26-000458 Christina Paress Request A Certificate of Appropriateness to plant two (2) Desert Willow trees in the parkway in participation with the Dallas Reforestation Fund Program. Applicant Amalia Campos Application Filed 8/13/2026 Staff Recommendation That the request for a Certificate of Appropriateness to plant two (2) Desert Willow trees in the parkway in participation with the Dallas Reforestation Fund Program be approved with the condition that staff may revise species and location per city arborist recommendation. Implementation of the proposed condition would allow the proposed work to be consistent with preservation criteria Section 2.6; meet the 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 two (2) Desert Willow trees in the parkway in accordance with specifications dated 10/5/20  
26-3141A 1C9. CONSENT ITEMS4700 SYCAMORE STREET Council District 2 Peak’s Suburban Addition Historic District COA-26-000456 Christina Paress Request A Certificate of Appropriateness to plant one (1) Bigtooth Maple tree in the parkway in participation with the Dallas Reforestation Fund Program. Applicant Amalia Campos Application Filed 8/13/2026 Staff Recommendation That the request for a Certificate of Appropriateness to plant one (1) Bigtooth Maple tree in the parkway in participation with the Dallas Reforestation Fund Program be approved with the condition that staff may revise species and location per city arborist recommendation. Implementation of the proposed condition would allow the proposed work to be consistent with preservation criteria Section 2.6; meet the 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 one (1) Bigtooth Maple tree in the parkway in accordance with specifications dated 10/5/20  
26-3142A 1C10. CONSENT ITEMS4810 SYCAMORE STREET Council District 2 Peak’s Suburban Addition Historic District COA-26-000455 Christina Paress Request A Certificate of Appropriateness to plant one (1) Redbud tree in the parkway in participation with the Dallas Reforestation Fund Program. Applicant Amalia Campos Application Filed 8/13/2026 Staff Recommendation That the request for a Certificate of Appropriateness to plant one (1) Redbud tree in the parkway in participation with the Dallas Reforestation Fund Program be approved with the condition that staff may revise species and location per city arborist recommendation. Implementation of the proposed condition would allow the proposed work to be consistent with preservation criteria Section 2.6; meet the 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 one (1) Redbud tree in the parkway in accordance with specifications dated 10/5/2026 in participation with  
26-3143A 1C11. CONSENT ITEMS4820 SYCAMORE STREET Council District 2 Peak’s Suburban Addition Historic District COA-26-000454 Christina Paress Request A Certificate of Appropriateness to plant one (1) Caddo Maple or Chinese Pistache tree in the parkway along Sycamore St and two (2) Redbuds in the parkway along Fitzhugh Avenue in participation with the Dallas Reforestation Fund Program. Applicant Amalia Campos Application Filed 8/13/2026 Staff Recommendation That the request for a Certificate of Appropriateness to plant one (1) Caddo Maple or Chinese Pistache tree in the parkway along Sycamore St and two (2) Redbuds in the parkway along Fitzhugh Avenue in participation with the Dallas Reforestation Fund Program be approved with the condition that staff may revise species and location per city arborist recommendation. Implementation of the proposed condition would allow the proposed work to be consistent with preservation criteria Section 2.6; meet the 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  
26-3144A 1C12. CONSENT ITEMS4711 SWISS AVENUE Council District 2 Peak’s Suburban Addition Historic District COA-26-000507 Christina Paress Request A Certificate of Appropriateness to plant one (1) Bigtooth Maple tree in the parkway in participation with the Dallas Reforestation Fund Program. Applicant Amalia Campos Application Filed 8/26/2026 Staff Recommendation That the request for a Certificate of Appropriateness to plant one (1) Bigtooth Maple tree in the parkway in participation with the Dallas Reforestation Fund Program be approved with the condition that staff may revise species and location per city arborist recommendation. Implementation of the proposed condition would allow the proposed work to be consistent with preservation criteria Section 2.6; meet the 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 one (1) Bigtooth Maple tree in the parkway in accordance with specifications dated 10/5/2026   
26-3458A 1C13. CONSENT ITEMS4802 SWISS AVENUE Council District 2 Peak’s Suburban Addition Historic District COA-26-000508 Christina Paress Request A Certificate of Appropriateness to plant one (1) Crepe Myrtle tree in the parkway in participation with the Dallas Reforestation Fund Program. Applicant Amalia Campos Application Filed 8/26/2026 Staff Recommendation That the request for a Certificate of Appropriateness to plant one (1) Crepe Myrtle tree in the parkway in participation with the Dallas Reforestation Fund Program be approved with the condition that staff may revise species and location per city arborist recommendation. Implementation of the proposed condition would allow the proposed work to be consistent with preservation criteria Section 2.6; meet the 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 one (1) Crepe Myrtle tree in the parkway in accordance with specifications dated 10/5/2026 in par  
26-3465A 1C15. CONSENT ITEMS202 S. CLIFF STREET Council District 4 Tenth Street Historic District COA-26-000480 Taylor Means Request A Certificate for Demolition or Removal of a small, detached accessory structure (Standard: Replacement with a new structure that is more appropriate and compatible with the historic overlay district) in the rear yard in order to begin construction on the approved rear addition. Applicant Shannon Key Application Filed 08/20/2026 Staff Recommendation That the request for a Certificate for Demolition or Removal to remove a small, detached accessory structure (Standard: Replacement with a new structure that is more compatible with the historic overlay district) in the rear yard be approved in accordance with drawings and specifications dated August 21, 2026, with a finding of fact that the proposed work is more compatible with the historic overlay district and would not have an adverse effect under preservation criteria Section 6(b). The proposed demolition, therefore, meets City Code Section 51A-4.501(h)(4)(A); and/or the Secretary of the Interior’s Guidelines for Sett  
26-3466A 1C16. CONSENT ITEMS115 S. CLINTON AVENUE Council District 1 Winnetka Heights Historic District COA-26-000539 Taylor Means Request 1. A Certificate of Appropriateness to repaint the main structure with the colors SW 9640 “Sea Mariner” as the main body, SW 9506 “Warm Winter” as the trim, and SW 9580 “Cracked Pepper” as the accent trim. 2. A Certificate of Appropriateness to install metal skirting, no more than 8 inches in height from grade, around the perimeter of the home. 3. A Certificate of Appropriateness to remodel the existing rear porch and add a second set of steps. Applicant Matt Grimes Application Filed 09/22/2026 Staff Recommendation 1. That the request for a Certificate of Appropriateness to repaint the main structure with the colors SW 9640 “Sea Mariner” as the main body, SW 9506 “Warm Winter” as the trim, and SW 9580 “Cracked Pepper” as the accent trim be approved in accordance with specifications submitted on September 23, 2026, with the condition that no brick or other masonry be painted. Implementation of the recommended condition would allow the proposed work to be consisten  
26-3467A 1C17. CONSENT ITEMS322 S. MONTCLAIR AVENUE Council District 1 Winnetka Heights Historic District COA-26-000511 Taylor Means Request A Certificate of Appropriateness to replace the existing front door. Applicant Andres Cifuentes Application Filed 08/27/2026 Staff Recommendation That the request for a Certificate of Appropriateness to replace the existing front door be approved in accordance with specifications submitted on September 3, 2026, with a finding of fact that the work is appropriate to both the structure and the district and would not have an adverse effect. The proposed work is, therefore, consistent with preservation criteria Sec. 51P-87-111(a)(17)(F)(iii) and City Code Section 51A-4.501(g)(6)(C)(i) for contributing structures; and/or the Secretary of the Interior’s Guidelines for Rehabilitation. Task Force Recommendation Approves the proposed work but would recommend checking to see if the current door has panels covering the original door (although it might be too damaged), to confirm the number of windowpanes on the door, and to confirm the color of the proposed door. *No  
26-3468A 1C18. CONSENT ITEMS218 S. ROSEMONT AVENUE Council District 1 Winnetka Heights Historic District COA-26-000537 Taylor Means Request 1. A Certificate of Appropriateness to repaint main structure and detached garage with the colors SW 7008 “Alabaster” as the main body, Behr S270-5 “Gingersnap” as the window trim, front shakes, and porch floor and ceiling, and the front door SW 3542 “Charwood”. 2. A Certificate of Appropriateness to replace an existing porch ceiling fan. Applicant Autumn Cooper Application Filed 09/19/2026 Staff Recommendation 1. That the request for a Certificate of Appropriateness to repaint home and detached garage with the colors SW 7008 “Alabaster” as the main body, Behr S270-5 “Gingersnap” as the window trim, front shakes, and porch floor and ceiling, SW 9173 “Shiitake” as the accent trim, the front door Behr HDC-CL-14A “Warm Onyx” be approved in accordance with specifications submitted on September 19, 2026, with the condition that no brick or other masonry be painted. Implementation of the recommended condition would allow the proposed work to be consistent with preserva  
26-3469A 1D19. DISCUSSION ITEMS700 PAULUS AVENUE Council District 14 Raworth Williams House [Predesignation Moratorium] COA-26-000541 Christina Paress Request A Certificate of Appropriateness to replace an existing side addition on the main structure with a new addition. Applicant Aaron Trecartin Application Filed 10/19/2026 Staff Recommendation That the request for a Certificate of Appropriateness to replace an existing side addition on the main structure with a new addition be approved in accordance with drawings and specifications dated 10/19/2026 with the condition that the shutters be eliminated from the new paired windows of the new addition; Implementation of the proposed condition would allow the work to be consistent with preservation criteria Section 8.3; meet City Code Section 51A-4.501(g)(6)(C)(i) for contributing structures; or the Secretary of the Interior’s Guidelines for Rehabilitation. Task Force Recommendation That the request for a Certificate of Appropriateness to construct two new dormers on main structure be denied without prejudice with the finding of fact that the dormers adde  
26-3470A 1D20. DISCUSSION ITEMS10 NONESUCH ROAD - STANLEY MARCUS HOUSE Council District 9 Stanley Marcus House Historic District COA-26-000518 Rhonda Dunn, Ph.D. Request A Certificate of Appropriateness for exterior rehabilitation of the non-original library addition, including reconfiguration of window and door openings and related exterior envelope work consisting of new brick veneer and faux-stone cladding, with associated framing, sheathing, waterproofing, and flashing alterations required for the modified openings. (Unauthorized Work) Applicant Kevin Wiley Application Filed 09/30/2026 Staff Recommendation That the request for a Certificate of Appropriateness for exterior rehabilitation of the non-original library addition, including reconfiguration of window and door openings and related exterior envelope work consisting of new brick veneer and faux-stone cladding, with associated framing, sheathing, waterproofing, and flashing alterations required for the modified openings - unauthorized work - be approved in accordance with drawings and specifications dated 09/30/2026, with the following condition  
26-3471A 1D21. DISCUSSION ITEMS731 N GLASGOW DRIVE Council District 14 Junius Heights Historic District COA-26-000302 Christina Paress Request A Certificate of Appropriateness to construct two new dormers on each side of the main structure. Applicant Caleb Thames Application Filed 7/7/2026 Staff Recommendation That the request for a Certificate of Appropriateness to construct two new dormers on the main structure be denied without prejudice with the finding of fact that the proposed work is not consistent with preservation criteria Sections 4.2 and 6 and, therefore, does not meet City Code Section 51A-4.501(g)(6)(C)(i) for contributing structures; or the Secretary of the Interior’s Guidelines for Rehabilitation. Task Force Recommendation That the request for a Certificate of Appropriateness to construct two new dormers on main structure be denied without prejudice with the finding of fact that the dormers added are in the protected façade. (All construction done by current applicant.)  
26-3472A 1D22. DISCUSSION ITEMS2312 JORDAN STREET Council District 7 Queen City Predesignation Moratorium COA-26-000401 Taylor Means Request 1. A Certificate of Appropriateness to remodel the main structure by replacing the existing 105 siding with LP SmartSide Cedar texture siding. 2. A Certificate of Appropriateness to remodel the existing main structure’s front façade by changing the gable location and adding another gable. 3. A Certificate of Appropriateness to replace the existing soffit with LP SmartSide Cedar texture material. 4. A Certificate of Appropriateness to replace existing windows with Ply Gem 500 Series single-hung, vinyl windows. 5. A Certificate of Appropriateness to replace existing roof with a Decra metal roof in the color Charcoal. 6. A Certificate of Appropriateness to reframe the roof. 7. A Certificate of Appropriateness to replace four metal front porch columns with two cedar columns and to remove the existing railings. 8. A Certificate of Appropriateness to install a board-on-board fence in the rear and side yards and a 4-foot metal fence in the front yard. 9. A Certificat  
26-3474A 1D23. DISCUSSION ITEMS5714 SWISS AVENUE Swiss Avenue Historic District Council District 14 COA-26-000527 Christina Paress Request 1. A Certificate of Appropriateness to construct a rear/side wraparound one-story covered porch. 2. A Certificate of Appropriateness to replace screens and street facing door on front porch with either all wood plate glass windows or all wood windows in the configuration of existing main structure windows. 3. A Certificate of Appropriateness to pour a 17’4”x28’2” brushed concrete patio in front yard. Applicant Chad Jones Application Filed 9/1/2026 Staff Recommendation 1. That the request for a Certificate of Appropriateness to construct a rear/side wraparound one-story covered porch. be approved in accordance with plans and specifications dated 7/21/2026 with the condition that the proposed northeast wall of the covered porch be recessed at least a foot to provide adequate visible relief from the existing enclosed and sleeping porch and that revised plans be submitted for staff approval. The proposed work is consistent with preservation criteria Sec. 51P-63.116(1)(B  
26-3475A 1D24. DISCUSSION ITEMS401 N. ROSEMONT AVENUE Council District 1 Winnetka Heights Historic District COA-26-000528 Taylor Means Request A Certificate of Appropriateness to install a temporary art exhibit consisting of three detached structures on the front yard for a period of six months. Applicant Robbie Christopher Application Filed 09/15/2026 Staff Recommendation That the request for a Certificate of Appropriateness install a temporary art exhibit consisting of three detached structures on the front yard for a period of six months be approved in accordance with specifications submitted on October 1, 2026, with the condition that the exhibit is to be removed no later than June 2027. Implementation of the recommended condition would allow the proposed work to be consistent with preservation criteria Sec. 51P-87-111(a)(5) and City Code Section 51A-4.501(g)(6)(C)(i) for contributing structures; and/or the Secretary of the Interior’s Guidelines for Rehabilitation. Task Force Recommendation Approves the work but applicant needs to clarify if lights will be included in the installation and to clarif  
26-3476A 1D25. DISCUSSION ITEMS700 PAULUS AVENUE Council District 14 Raworth Williams House Rhonda Dunn, Ph.D. Request A Landmark Commission Authorized Hearing to consider an historic overlay for 700 Paulus Avenue (the Raworth Williams House), at the intersection of Paulus Avenue and Abrams Road. Owner Noel J. Aveton Application Filed 04/03/2023 Staff Recommendation Approve, subject to the preservation criteria with minor edits. Task Force Recommendation Approve, subject to the preservation criteria with edits and a final review prior to Landmark Commission consideration. Note: Final Designation Committee review was held October 21, 2026.