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Sedona commission compiles candidates for landmarking; owners and commissioners show interest in mid-century and adobe properties
Summary
Commissioners reviewed a roster of potential landmark properties—including Don Woods-era homes, a mid-century modern in Broken Arrow and an adobe structure—and discussed outreach to owners and use of a fillable survey form to advance nominations.
The Sedona Historic Preservation Commission on March 10 discussed prioritizing properties for possible landmark designation, hearing a list of candidate sites from commissioners and staff and agreeing to follow up with property owners.
Commissioner Feeney presented a list drawn from an archive of her father’s architectural projects, highlighting several homes and a mid-century modern residence whose owner signaled interest in nomination. Feeney said she had contacted the property owner and that the owner, identified in the meeting as Tom Albright, “said fine” when asked about the possibility of recognition.
Commissioners and staff discussed other potential candidates: an adobe house that may date to the 1960s, commercial buildings in Uptown (including the building that houses a local restaurant), the local Elks Lodge, and other architecturally notable homes. Several commissioners suggested focusing on commercial or more publicly accessible sites to maximize public benefit and reduce neighborhood friction; staff noted owner permission remains a key step for residential nominations.
Staff said a fillable survey form exists and will be shared with commissioners to streamline preliminary documentation. Commissioners discussed options for who conducts initial surveys—commission volunteers, staff-led site visits or consultant hires—depending on time and budget. The commission also discussed timing relative to the city’s budget cycle and noted that some survey funds are being considered in the FY26 budget process.
No formal landmark nominations were made. Commissioners agreed to continue outreach, to circulate the fillable survey form, and to schedule preliminary site reviews in coordination with property owners.
