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HLC#20-007: Discussion and Possible Action regarding the Official Recognized Historic Property list
Description/History
Section 5400 of the Zoning Ordinance requires the Historic Preservation Officer to submit a list of structures and other features deemed deserving of official recognition, although not designated as historic landmarks, to the Historic Landmark Commission for public hearing and approval, and take appropriate measures of recognition. Staff submits the following nominations for the Commission’s consideration:
105 N. 1st Avenue
106 N. 1st Avenue
107 N. 1st Avenue
108 N. 1st Avenue
209 S. 1st Avenue
302 S. 1st Avenue
107 N. 2nd Avenue
109 N. 2nd Avenue
400 S. 2nd Avenue
130 N. Main Street
203 S. Main Street
506 E. Broad Street
408 North Street
1885 Railroad Bridge
1922 Auto Bridge
Officially recognized properties are eligible for historic preservation incentives if the owners choose to pursue historic landmark status.
Information has been provided showing the following for each property:
· A current photograph of the building and historic photographs, if available
· The listing for the property from the Historic Resources Survey
· The history of the property from different sources, if available
· A brief summary of the building describing special considerations for the building.
In reviewing these properties, please keep the following criteria in mind when choosing a building to officially recognize:
· Character, interest or value as part of the development, heritage or cultural characteristics of the City of Mansfield, State of Texas, or the United States.
· Embodiment of distinguishing characteristics of an architectural type or specimen.
· Embodiment of elements of architectural design, detail, materials or craftsmanship, which represent a significant architectural innovation.
· Relationship to other distinctive buildings, sites or areas which are eligible for preservation as described based on architectural, historic or cultu...
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