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Commission opens hearing and recommends West Avenues West historic district nomination

5528881 · August 4, 2025
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Summary

Staff presented a nomination for a large West Avenues West Historic District covering roughly the 2400–2600 blocks; the commission opened the public hearing, heard support and opposition, and made a recommendation in favor of designation.

The Historic Preservation Commission held a public hearing Monday on a nomination to permanently designate the West Avenues West Historic District, a large proposed district spanning roughly the 2400–2600 blocks of West Wisconsin, Wells, Kilbourn and State Streets.

Staff described the boundaries and the district’s period of significance (circa 1885–1931), noting 114 parcels that include Queen Anne, arts and crafts, neoclassical and Art Deco examples and multiple works by prominent…

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