Tempe council sides with developer, approves partial demolition and alteration plan for First Congregational Church site
The Tempe City Council on a 6-0 vote overturned a Historic Preservation Commission denial and approved requests that clear the way to demolish non‑sanctuary portions of the First Congregational Church property while preserving the sanctuary and relocating the Harry Walker House as part of a redevelopment agreement.
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Tempe City Council voted 6-0 to approve an appeal of the Historic Preservation Commission’s March 12, 2025, decision and grant two certificates of appropriateness that allow removal of non‑sanctuary structures at the First Congregational Church site at 101 E. Sixth St., while preserving the church sanctuary and committing to relocate the Harry Walker House.
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