St. Pete Beach panel approves six local historic designations, four demolition permits

The St. Pete Beach Historic Preservation Board approved six local historic designations and authorized four demolitions at its Feb. 6 meeting.

Board members said staff had reviewed each application and brought owners forward to speak; staff recommended designation or described demolition criteria and any available preservation incentives. Brandon, a city planning staff member, summarized the staff view for several designation cases, saying, "we do support the application to locally designate the residence as a historic building." Several applicants and owners spoke in favor of designation before the roll-call votes.

Votes at a glance

- Case 25009 — 209 Gulf Way: Local historic designation of a two-story single‑family residence (applicant/owner Linda Walker). Staff found the building significant as mid‑20th‑century masonry vernacular and recommended approval. Outcome: Approved (roll call: Vice Chair Hockensmith — yes; Member Dashel — yes; Member Hurley — yes; Member Young — yes; Chair Lowery — yes). Note: staff reminded owners that local designation may affect incentives and notice periods and that a signed waiver accelerates listing.

- Case 24117 — 104 Eighth Avenue: Local historic designation of a two‑story mixed‑use building (applicant Nora Partnership LLC). Staff described the building as commercial vernacular significant to Eighth Avenue’s historic development. Outcome: Approved (roll call recorded as…