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Historic "Parrot House" after‑the‑fact alterations approved with conditions
Summary
The Fort Lauderdale Historic Preservation Board approved an after‑the‑fact certificate of appropriateness for alterations at 701 SW 12th Avenue, requiring restoration of front‑facing windows to original size and divisions, clear glass (option low‑e), permitting for after‑the‑fact work, and a separate COA for fences over 3 feet. The board accepted a friendly amendment to add shutters.
The Fort Lauderdale Historic Preservation Board on Aug. 4 approved an after‑the‑fact certificate of appropriateness for major alterations to the landmark house at 701 Southwest 12th Avenue, commonly called the "Parrot House," imposing conditions aimed at restoring the front elevation's historic appearance.
Lina, the case planner, told the board the application sought approval for replacement windows and doors and modifications to window openings and that staff found the revised plans "only partially meet the criteria required for the certificate of appropriateness" because the new square aluminum frames and tinted glass alter the building's character. Lina recommended that front‑facing windows match the original in placement, size and divisions and that all muntins have a raised profile and…
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