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Dunedin tables historic‑preservation ordinance after state raises consent concerns
Summary
The City Commission unanimously voted to table Ordinance 25‑02 and Resolution 25‑13 after the Florida Division of Historical Resources and the National Park Service said the proposal’s 100%‑owner‑consent requirement is inconsistent with federal/state preservation program expectations.
Dunedin commissioners voted unanimously Oct. 9 to table proposed changes to the city’s historic‑preservation rules—Ordinance 25‑02 and the companion Resolution 25‑13—following guidance from state historic officials that a requirement for 100% owner consent to create historic districts is not consistent with federal and state preservation standards.
City Attorney Jennifer explained the city is a certified local government under the National Historic Preservation Act program and has previously received technical assistance and grants from the Florida Division of Historical Resources. She told the commission the Division and the National Park Service advised that 100% owner…
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