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Council designates Houston Redfern House at 506 South Church Street as historic landmark
Summary
The Monroe City Council voted to designate the Houston Redfern House, including its barn, carriage house, well and specific interior features, as a historic landmark; designation makes the owner eligible for a 50% annual property tax deferral while the property retains significance and integrity.
The Monroe City Council on Aug. 26 adopted an ordinance designating the Houston Redfern House at 506 South Church Street as a historic landmark.
Carrie Mendler of the planning department presented the nomination, describing exterior and interior features covered by the designation — including fireplaces and mantles, leaded and stained glass windows, original doors and hardware, pressed tin ceilings and heart-pine flooring — and noted associated secondary structures such…
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