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Landmark board approves extensive window work for Santa Monica Parish Hall despite staff objection to aluminum cladding

City of Laredo Historic District Landmark Board · November 13, 2025
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Summary

The Landmark Board approved a multi-part window repair and replacement plan at 217 San Agustin Avenue (Santa Monica Parish Hall), including replacing 60 windows and restoring 14 frames; staff recommended against adding aluminum cladding for 46 frames but the board voted to approve the full package as presented.

The City of Laredo Historic District Landmark Board voted to approve a package of window repairs and replacements for the Santa Monica Parish Hall (217 San Agustin Avenue) submitted by the Diocese of Laredo.

Staff presented a four-part scope: replace 60 windows with insulated units; repair and restore 14 window frames using reclaimed longleaf pine (per material testing); salvage and replace 46 window frames using clear ponderosa pine; and add aluminum cladding to 46 window frames to protect the wood (with the cladding painted to match historic…

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