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Lawrenceburg City preservation panel approves exterior color plan for 102 Elm Street
Summary
At its July meeting the Lawrenceburg City Historic Preservation Commission approved exterior improvements for 102 Elm Street, endorsing a blue-and-gold trim scheme proposed by owner Crystal Elam; commissioners also approved prior minutes and noted a prior recording failure.
Chair Gail Stevens called the July meeting of the Lawrenceburg City Historic Preservation Commission to order and, after routine roll call, the panel approved minutes from its prior meeting.
Crystal Elam, owner of 102 and 118 Elm Street, presented a proposed exterior color scheme for 102 Elm Street and provided the commission with an image and sample palette. "I want it to be the blue and the gold colors," Elam said, adding that the sample was generated with an AI image tool and that some details (such as whether the dental molding or upper trim would be the yellow or blue) might change before final work.
Commissioners discussed placement of the trim and praised the historic character of the building. A commissioner moved—using the words recorded in the transcript as, "I motion to leave except the improvements of 102 Elm Street"—and another seconded. The motion was adopted by voice vote; the transcript records commissioners answering in the affirmative and the chair closing the business item with the approval noted. The transcript does not provide a roll-call tally or individual votes by name.
During the presentation Elam recounted local historical details about the property and neighborhood, referencing historic photos (one dated in the 1890s), previous flood events and earlier owners including Isaac Dunn. She said she has been involved with the building since 1981 and that she has owned it for 25 years. Elam also said she intends to feature the building's history in an entry foyer and has considered a mural to honor the original porch.
Before adjourning, the commission heard a brief update that Mr. Shelton has not yet chosen colors for his property and will report back at the next meeting. Attendees also noted that a street-closure permit would be required if scaffolding is needed for painting.
The commission adjourned after closing items and administrative reminders; members said a follow-up letter and signatures would be circulated by email.
