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Historic Landmark Commission postpones decision on 3100 Wheeling Avenue front-yard driveway after neighborhood opposition
Summary
Commissioners postponed a decision on a proposed front-yard parking pad at 3100 Wheeling Avenue after staff said front-yard parking is not characteristic of Manhattan Heights and numerous neighbors urged denial; the applicant was asked to submit a revised landscaping and driveway plan for the next meeting.
The El Paso Historic Landmark Commission postponed action on a certificate of appropriateness for a proposed front-yard parking pad at 3100 Wheeling Avenue in the Manhattan Heights Historic District, citing neighborhood opposition and staff guidance that front-yard parking is generally inappropriate in the district.
Corey, preservation staff, told the commission the property is a contributing residence constructed in 1922, zoned R-3-H, and highly visible because it sits on a corner lot. Staff said the applicant began excavation before securing approvals; staff and commissioners noted that the historic-design…
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