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Plan Commission recommends landmark designation for 404 West New York Avenue
Summary
The Oshkosh Plan Commission unanimously recommended that the Common Council designate 404 West New York Avenue a local landmark after staff and the Landmarks Commission cited the property's historic associations; owner Richard Green urged preservation at Tuesday's meeting.
The Oshkosh Plan Commission voted unanimously on March 3 to recommend that the Common Council designate 404 West New York Avenue as a local landmark.
Staff told commissioners the Landmarks Commission held a public hearing on Feb. 11 and approved the owner's request, and staff concurred with that recommendation. The local landmarking process requires review by the Plan Commission followed by final approval by the Common Council.
"I'm extremely excited that this is happening," the applicant, Richard Green, told the commission, saying he moved into the house in 1963 and that families associated with the property — including builder Frank Gates, a former president of the Diamond Match Company — played notable roles in Oshkosh's manufacturing history. "By landmarking this house, we're going to be able to preserve and protect this architectural treasure and cultural historical treasure."
Commissioners praised the application as "thorough" and an example for other properties. After brief discussion, the commission adopted the staff findings and voted 9-0 to recommend designation to the Common Council.
If the council follows the commission's recommendation, the designation would be the third local landmark in Oshkosh history, staff said. The commission noted the designation creates a pathway for the Landmarks Commission and property owner to work together on alterations that balance preservation with the owner's objectives.
The item now goes to the Common Council for final action.
