Historic Home Restoration at 1390 Madison Street
Summary
Homeowners want to tear down an awkward 1970s addition and build a fresh two-story addition while converting the old bed-and-breakfast back into a single-family home. The commission loved the careful preservation approach and signed off on the plans.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 3
- Last 30 days
- 0
Last discussed Aug 6, 2026.
Impact analysis
Private property investment with no direct city expenditure.
The property owners gain a modernized family home while preserving historic features.
Mentions & discussions (3)
Historical & Landmarks Commission — August 6, 2026
Homeowners want to tear down an awkward 1970s addition and build a fresh two-story addition while converting the old bed-and-breakfast back into a single-family home. The commission loved the careful preservation approach and signed off on the plans.
Historical & Landmarks Commission — April 2, 2026
The commission committed reserve funds to update the city's aging Historic Preservation Ordinance, initiating an RFP process to hire a consultant.
Historical & Landmarks Commission — March 5, 2026
A family is adding space to their historic home while preserving unique elements like a winding staircase. Commissioners agreed that strict size rules shouldn't block a well-designed project.
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1390 Madison Street Alteration and Addition
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