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Commission denies request to retain replacement door at 1909 5th Avenue
Summary
The HCLC denied without prejudice Jan. 12 a request to retain a replacement craftsman‑style door at 1909 5th Avenue because staff could not verify the original door (claimed to have been damaged and discarded) and found the new door inconsistent with Fairmount Historic District standards.
The Fort Worth Historic and Cultural Landmarks Commission voted Jan. 12 to deny without prejudice a request to retain a replacement door at 1909 5th Avenue after staff concluded the new door does not match the original four‑light craftsman door.
Staff reported that the original door — described as unique to the residence with four lights, vertical paneling and distinctive hardware — was reportedly damaged and discarded, so staff could not verify whether replacement was necessary. The replacement was described as a six‑light craftsman‑style door that does not replicate the original design and therefore does not meet Fairmount Historic District standards or Secretary of the Interior Standards referenced by staff.
No public testimony was offered; commissioners moved to uphold staff’s recommendation and denied the COA request without prejudice (7‑0). Staff said it received two emails in support of the recommendation and will follow up as needed.
