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Council overturns HDRB, allows replacement of deteriorated windows at 206 Mackenzie
Summary
On appeal, the council concluded an expert window assessment showed the historic windows at 206 Mackenzie had deteriorated beyond repair and granted an exception to allow like‑for‑like replacement after hearing testimony from the assessor, the property representative and public commenters.
The Governing Body reversed a Historic District Review Board decision and granted an appeal to allow replacement of windows and doors at 206 Mackenzie Street after a contested hearing.
A city‑approved window assessor, Ray Patterson, documented a widespread pattern of deterioration — including exterior finishes that had cracked and peeled, missing putty and glazing, and sashes with 30–40% member deterioration — and concluded that many frames and jambs were functionally compromised by water intrusion and prior contractor…
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