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Commission defers decision on demolition request for 119 Church Street, asks for detailed structural and cost reports

5393205 · July 15, 2025
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Summary

The commission voted to defer a demolition application for the principal building at 119 Church Street pending clearer structural engineer reports, rehabilitation cost estimates from qualified professionals, and clarification about an accessory structure and future site use.

The Historic Zoning Commission on July 14 deferred consideration of a demolition request for the principal building at 119 Church Street, citing the need for additional documentation including a structural engineer’s report prepared by a professional experienced with historic structures, clearer rehabilitation and reconstruction cost estimates, and information on future plans for the site.

Staff reported the building — estimated to date from 1920–1924 and shown on Sanborn maps — is listed as…

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