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Commission approves War Memorial Auditorium exterior as historic landmark, sets May 22 effective date
Summary
After developer and preservationists sought extra time for final signage plans, the commission approved historic designation for the War Memorial Auditorium exterior and amended the resolution to make the designation effective May 22, 2025.
The Fort Lauderdale City Commission on Jan. 22 approved a resolution to designate the exterior of the War Memorial Auditorium, at 1000 E. Sunrise Boulevard, as a historic landmark and amended the resolution so the designation will be in effect on May 22, 2025.
Mark Dickerman, a longtime preservation advocate, urged commissioners to “please preserve the outside,” saying the exterior should be kept for future generations. John Millage, speaking for the Panthers (the building’s owner/operator under a comprehensive…
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