Title
A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Considering The Request For A Certificate Of Appropriateness For Demolition Of A Single Family Home Located At 1051 South Northlake Drive, Within The Lakes Area Historic Multiple Resource Listing District (21-CMV-20).
Strategic Plan Focus
Quality of Life & Strong Neighborhoods
Body
Staff Recommends: Consideration of the attached Resolution.
Explanation:
As per the Broward County Appraiser and archival history, the home was constructed in 1958. Archival history reveals that the home was designed by Charles Reed Jr., who has been identified as an Architect of Significance due to his impactful work within the City. The original plans of the home are representative of Mid-Century Modern architecture that was prevalent during 1946-1960 and characteristic of Charles Reed Jr.'s style. Archival history and building permit search reveal that throughout the years, there have been various additions and renovations to the original design of the home, which introduced incompatible elements, however, the original was of such exemplary design and craftsmanship indicative of Mid-Century Modern architecture, that the home maintained the spirit of the original design despite these alterations and there may have been opportunities for potential reversal or restoration prior to the demolition.
In 2021, the Applicant applied for various building permits, which included interior and exterior renovations. Following review by Planning staff, comments were provided that the proposed scope of work would require Historic Preservation Board ("Board") consideration and that there was to be no exterior work prior to Board consideration. The approved permit was exclusively limited to interior renovations. A subsequent site visit revealed that significant portions of the exterior were demolished beyond the scope of the approved permit and contrary to Planning Staff comments. As such, the Applicant requests...
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