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Historic Lakeland adds 809 Cornelia Avenue to watch list amid porch removal and ownership questions

Lakeland Historic Preservation Board and Design Review Committee · December 19, 2025
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Summary

Staff reported that Historic Lakeland's board approved adding 809 Cornelia Avenue to the organization's watch list after porch enclosure and deck removal, ongoing tarp-covered roof damage and an ownership dispute; staff will update the board at a future meeting.

During the Historic Preservation Board’s old-business report, staff said Historic Lakeland’s board of directors approved adding 809 Cornelia Avenue to the organization’s watch list because the property had its porch enclosure removed, the deck taken out without plans, and a tarp remained on the roof following hurricane damage. Emily Foster noted she will update the board at the next meeting and that there is an active code-enforcement case regarding the ownership and condition of the property.

Committee members expressed concern about the removal of porch elements without review and noted the property appeared neglected after storm damage. Staff committed to updating the meeting packet with current photos and a status report at the next monthly meeting.