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Council overturns historic‑preservation denial, allows two‑story addition with conditions
Summary
The council granted an appeal 7–0 for a two‑story rear addition to the McGinnis House (913 S. Maple), stipulating that original finishes on the historic structure be preserved; neighbors spoke in favor and the applicant agreed to revised materials to distinguish new work from the historic façade.
The Tempe City Council granted an appeal of the Historic Preservation Commission’s denial and approved a two‑story rear addition to a home at 913 South Maple Avenue, known in materials as the McGinnis or Bridal residence.
Appellant Jared Lineberger, representing the homeowner, said the design preserves the front house and moves most of the two‑story mass well back from the street: "We're just asking you guys to consider us to be able to add a second story and…
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