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Commission forwards Lloyd Rough grocery building for local landmark status
Summary
The commission voted 6–1 (one abstention) to forward a nomination for the Lloyd Rough (Richard's Market) building at 612 West East Street to city council for local landmark designation; the property owner intends to restore the building.
The Joplin Zoning and Planning Commission voted to forward a nomination for local landmark status for 612 West East Street — the Lloyd Rough (formerly Richard's Market) grocery building — after historic‑preservation staff recommended the property satisfied the criteria for designation.
Thomas Walters of the Historic Preservation staff presented research supporting criterion 1 (character, interest or value related to community heritage). Angela Hudson, the local property owner, said she has purchased the building to restore it and plans to follow guidance to return it to a more historically appropriate appearance. Neighbors and supporters described the building’s neighborhood role and urged preservation. The commission discussed packet typographical errors and historical details before voting; the motion carried with six votes in favor and one abstention.
The nomination will be forwarded to city council for final action; staff said the city provides a sign upon passage of the ordinance and that local designation is separate from any special‑use permits or historic‑tax‑credit processes that might be pursued later.
