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Commission approves enclosure of rear porch at Prospect Hill (834 North Johnson) to add bathroom and mudroom

3295191 · May 9, 2025
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Summary

Staff recommended and the commission approved a certificate of appropriateness to enclose a rear covered porch at 834 North Johnson Street (Prospect Hill) to create interior space for a bathroom, laundry and mudroom; submitted door products meet guidelines and new siding/trim will match the historic appearance.

The Iowa City Historic Preservation Commission approved a certificate of appropriateness to enclose a rear covered porch at 834 North Johnson Street — the Prospect Hill / Downing-Pickering Glasgow House — converting it into interior space for a bathroom, laundry and mudroom.

Rachel Schafer, an associate planner, told the commission that the property is a key…

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