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May 4, 2026 ·9:30 AM Final
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Agenda — 40 items

  1. 1 LANDMARK COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MONDAY, MONTH DD, YYYY ORDER OF BUSINESS
  2. 2 The Landmark Commission may be briefed on any item on the agenda.
  3. 3 The City of Dallas will make “Reasonable Accommodations” to programs and/or other related activities to ensure all residents have access to services and resources to ensure an equitable and inclusive meeting. Anyone requiring auxiliary aid, service, and/or translation to fully participate in the meeting should notify the Board Coordinator by calling (214) 670-4206 or TTY (800) 735-2989, at least seventy-two (72) hours (3 days) in advance of the scheduled meeting. A video stream of the meeting will be available two business days after adjournment by visiting https://dallascityhall.com/government/Pages/Live.aspx. La Ciudad de Dallas llevará a cabo "Adaptaciones Razonables" a los programas y/u otras actividades relacionadas para garantizar que todos y cada uno de los residentes tengan acceso a los servicios y recursos para garantizar una reunión equitativa e inclusiva. Cualquier persona que necesite ayuda auxiliar, servicio y/o traducción para participar de forma plena en la reunión, debe notificar al Departamento llamando al (214) 670-1786 o TTY (800) 735-2989, por lo menos setenta y dos (72) horas (3 días) antes de la reunión programada. Una transmisión de video de la reunión estará disponible dos días hábiles luego del levantamiento de la reunión visitando https://dallascityhall.com/government/Pages/Live.aspx. The public may listen to the meeting as an attendee at the following videoconference link: (NOTE: IF THE LINK ABOVE DOES NOT WORK, COPY AND PASTE THE LINK IN YOUR WEB BROWSER) Individuals and interested parties wishing to speak must register with the Historic Preservation office by emailing Phyllis.hill@dallas.gov one hour prior to the meeting date start time.
  4. 4 AGENDA
  5. 5 Call to Order
  6. 6 Public Speakers
  7. 7 Approval of Minutes
  8. 8 Reports and Briefing Items
  9. 9 - Designation Committee Activity Update
  10. 10 Public Hearing
  11. 11 - Consent Items
  12. 12 - Courtesy Review Items
  13. 13 - Discussion Items
  14. 14 Miscellaneous
  15. 15 Adjournment
  16. 16 Page Break
  17. 17 APPROVAL OF MINUTES
  18. 18 REPORTS AND BRIEFING ITEMS
  19. 19 DESIGNATION COMMITTEE ACTIVITY REPORT
  20. 20 PUBLIC HEARINGS
  21. 21 CONSENT ITEMS
  22. C1. 725 LOWELL STREET Junius Historic District CE256-011(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 $530,000 in expenditures to be spent on rehabilitation prior to the issuance of the Certificate of Eligibility. Applicant Andrew Simpson Application Filed 4/20/2026 Staff Recommendation That the Certificate of Eligibility and an estimated $530,000 in expenditures to be spent on rehabilitation prior to the issuance of the Certificate of Eligibility be approved. 26-1533A
  23. C2. 722 NESBITT DRIVE Junius Historic District CE256-012(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 $164,965 in expenditures to be spent on rehabilitation prior to the issuance of the Certificate of Eligibility. Applicant Joshua and Kelly Harris Application Filed 4/8/2026 Staff Recommendation That the Certificate of Eligibility and an estimated $164,965 in expenditures to be spent on rehabilitation prior to the issuance of the Certificate of Eligibility be approved. 26-1534A
  24. C3. 5424 REIGER AVENUE Council District 14 Junius Heights Historic District COA-26-000121 Christina Paress Request A Certificate of Appropriateness to replace the existing rear deck with a rear addition (enclosed porch). Applicant Christopher Bolan Application Filed 4/8/2026 Staff Recommendation That the request for a Certificate of Appropriateness to replace the existing rear deck with a rear addition (enclosed porch) be approved in accordance with plans and specifications dated 5/4/2026. The proposed work is consistent with preservation criteria Section 8.3; 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/Neighborhood). Task Force Recommendation That the request for a Certificate of Appropriateness to replace the existing rear deck with a rear addition (enclosed porch) be approved as submitted. 26-1144A
  25. 25 COURTESY REVIEW ITEMS
  26. CR4. 3919 WALDRON AVENUE Council District 7 Queen City Neighborhood - Predesignation Moratorium COA-26-000122 Rhonda Dunn Request A Courtesy Review of the construction of a new main residential building on a vacant (interior) lot with an accessory structure - a detached two-car garage. Applicant Williams, Tracy Application Filed 3/4/2026 Staff Recommendation Courtesy Review - no action required. That the request to construct a new main residential building on a vacant (interior) lot with an accessory structure - a detached two-car garage 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 - Comments only. Supportive, with the following comments: 1. The front dormer is too high up, on the front roof slope. 2. Windows of the dormer are too short. 3. Driveway appears to encroach on the neighbor’s property. 4. Reduce the width of the driveway - too much hardscaping, not enough green space. 5. Two-part porch columns on front and rear porches should have square/rectangular bottoms, not flared. 6. Porch column bottoms should be brick and sit on grade. 7. The foundation should be raised with a crawl space (minimum height 18 inches) or a pier and beam. 26-1145A
  27. 27 DISCUSSION ITEMS
  28. D5. 10260 STRAIT LANE Council District 13 Jackson Residence Historic District COA-26-000138 Rhonda Dunn Request A Certificate of Appropriateness to replace the existing fence (having random ashlar-cut limestone wing walls and posts) along the front property line with a new metal fence; new height eight feet, six inches. Applicant Sardar, Sharif Application Filed 4/14/2026 Staff Recommendation That the request for a Certificate of Appropriateness to replace the existing fence (having random ashlar-cut limestone wing walls and posts) along the front property line with a new metal fence, new height eight feet, six inches be approved with conditions in accordance with drawings and specifications submitted April 14, 2026 with the following conditions: that the new limestone wing walls and posts must match the existing ashlar-cut limestone in color, texture, pattern, bond, and module size; that replacement metal fencing match the existing in openness percentage - a minimum of 80 percent; that fence posts be topped with cast stone caps matching the existing in color, texture, profile, and dimensions; that maximum height of all fence components be less than (or equal to) eight feet six inches; and that statuary (dog finials) at the main gate be retained/restored. Implementation of the recommended conditions would allow the proposed work to be consistent with preservation criterion Section 3.6(a) under Fences; the standards in City Code Section 51A-4.501(g)(6)(C)(i) for contributing structures; and the Secretary of the Interior’s Guidelines for Setting (District/Neighborhood). Task Force Recommendation That the request for a Certificate of Appropriateness to replace the existing fence (having random ashlar-cut limestone wing walls and posts) along the front property line with a new metal fence, new height eight feet, six inches be denied without prejudice. Design does not comply with the ordinance or match the existing fence. 26-1531A
  29. D6. 702 ROSS AVENUE Council District 14 West End Historic District COA-26-000136 Rhonda Dunn Request A Certificate of Appropriateness to install outdoor lighting (programmable string lights) around the top perimeter of the main building. Applicant Ruvalcaba, Rene Application Filed 4/15/2026 Staff Recommendation That the request for a Certificate of Appropriateness to install outdoor lighting (programmable string lights) around the top perimeter of the main building be approved with conditions in accordance with drawings and specifications submitted April 15, 2026 with the following conditions: that all attachments for lighting fixtures, conduit, wiring, or mounting hardware be made only through mortar joints and not into historic brick; that programmable string lights be installed below the parapet and any ornamental brick detailing at the top of the main building; and that color temperature and brightness shall be kept low-intensity -- using a neutral, low-intensity white light is preferred. Implementation of the recommended conditions would allow the proposed work to be consistent with preservation criterion Section 5.7 pertaining to façade appearance; the standards in City Code Section 51A-4.501(g)(6)(C)(i) for contributing structures; and the Secretary of the Interior’s Guidelines for Setting (District/Neighborhood). Task Force Recommendation That the request for a Certificate of Appropriateness to install outdoor lighting (programmable string lights) around the top perimeter of the main building be denied without prejudice. The applicant has not provided enough information. 26-1504A
  30. D7. 1310 W. DAVIS STREET Council District 1 Winnetka Heights Historic District COA-26-000092 Christina Paress Request A Certificate of Appropriateness to paint a mural on the West side of the brick structure. Applicant Yorleny Valderrama Application Filed 3/20/2026 Staff Recommendation That the request for a Certificate of Appropriateness to paint a mural on the West side of the brick structure be denied without prejudice, with the finding of fact that the mural does not fit within the neighborhood, and the design and colors are not appropriate to the district and would have an adverse effect on the district. The proposed work is, therefore, inconsistent with preservation criteria Sec. 51P-87-117.3(b)(1)(H); 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/Neighborhood). Task Force Recommendation That the request for a Certificate of Appropriateness to paint a mural on the West side of the brick structure be denied without prejudice per ordinance. However, the task force notes that murals are culturally appropriate in Oak Cliff, that a smaller portion of the brick has already been painted, and that the mural is on the alley side of the building. 26-1496A
  31. D8. 3500 LATIMER STREET Council District 7 Queen City [Predesignation Moratorium] COA-26-000162 Rhonda Dunn Request A Predesignation Certificate of Appropriateness to construct a new main residential building (on a vacant corner lot) with an accessory structure - a detached two-car garage. Applicant Smith, Rick Application Filed 4/15/2026 Staff Recommendation That the request for a Predesignation Certificate of Appropriateness to construct a new main residential building (on a vacant corner lot) with an accessory structure - a detached two-car garage be approved in accordance with drawings and specifications dated 4/15/2026 with the following conditions: (1) that the exterior cladding be brick veneer (unpainted); (2) that an exterior (masonry) chimney be added to the front or cornerside elevation; (3) that roof pitch be steeper - minimum 12:12; (4) that windows be all aluminum (no cladding) with lite configuration of one-over-one; (5) that front door be arched or rectangular with heavy timber styling and decorative strap hinges; and (6) that driveway(s), walkway(s) and steps be of brush finished concrete. Implementation of the recommended conditions would allow the proposed work to meet the standards in City Code Section 51A-4.501(d)(5)(B) for noncontributing structures; and the Secretary of the Interior’s Guidelines for Setting (District/Neighborhood). Task Force Recommendation No quorum - Comments only. Non-Supportive, with the following comment(s): the design shown is not what the Landmark Commission recommended. It lacks important architectural features characteristic of the Tudor Revival style. 26-1497A
  32. D9. 2601 STATE STREET Council District 14 State-Thomas Historic District COA-26-000156 Marcus Watson Request A Certificate of Appropriateness to construct a new 2.5-story multi-family main structure with related site work on a vacant lot. Applicant Hiromoto, Jennifer Application Filed 3/26/2026 Staff Recommendation That the Certificate of Appropriateness to construct a new 2.5-story multi-family main structure with related site work on a vacant lot be approved in accordance with plans and specifications submitted April 17, 2026. The proposed work is consistent with designation criteria in City Code 51P-225.109(a)(3), (a)(5), (a)(6), (a)(7)(A)(i), (a)(9), (a)(10), (a)(11), (a)(12), (a)(14), (a)(16), and (b)(8); meets the standards in City Code Section 51A-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 the Certificate of Appropriateness to construct a new 2.5-story multi-family main structure with related site work on a vacant lot be approved. 26-1498A
  33. D10. QUEEN CITY NEIGHBORHOOD Council District 7 Queen City [Predesignation Moratorium] Rhonda Dunn Request A Landmark Commission authorized hearing to consider [re]initiating the historic designation procedure to establish a historic overlay district, on property constituting a subdistrict within Planned Development District No. 595, an area known as the Queen City Neighborhood, generally bounded by State Highway 310 (aka S.M. Wright Freeway), Warren Avenue, Malcolm X Boulevard, and Eugene Street. 26-1499A
  34. D11. MCSHANN ESTATES Council District 13 Rhonda Dunn Request A Landmark Commission authorized hearing to consider initiating the historic designation procedure to establish a historic overlay district for the area known as McShann Estates, located along McShann Road (north and south lines) from Montfort Drive to Preston Road. 26-1500A
  35. 35 MISCELLANEOUS
  36. M12. 8777 N. STEMMONS FREEWAY Mary Kay Cosmetics Council District 6 Rhonda Dunn and Raeesa Parvez Patel Request Review National Register Nomination form for 8777 N. Stemmons Freeway (Mary Kay Cosmetics), at the behest of the Texas Historical Commission (THC). Owner 8787 RICCHI LLC 26-1501A
  37. 37 ADJOURNMENT
  38. 38 Page break
  39. 39 Note: The official Designation Committee Agenda will be posted in the City Secretary's Office and City Website at www.ci.dallas.tx.us/cso/boardcal.shtml. Please review the official agenda for location and time.
  40. 40 Page break