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Board approves demolition of two Highland Avenue duplexes for possible park expansion

Architectural Review and Historic Preservation Board · February 18, 2025
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Summary

The board unanimously approved demolition of two vacant, non‑contributing duplexes at 107 and 121 S Highland Avenue; city staff said the lots will be sodded and maintained and the properties may be used for municipal purposes including park expansion.

The Architectural Review and Historic Preservation Board on Feb. 18 voted 5–0 to approve demolition of vacant duplex structures at 107 and 121 S Highland Avenue. Senior Planner Yvonne Conatser presented the combined items, noting both properties are one‑story vacant duplexes categorized as non‑contributing; the City of Winter Garden indicated the sites may be used for municipal purposes, potentially including expansion of an adjacent park to the east.

Board members asked about the condition of the sites after demolition. City staff responded the properties will be sodded and maintained by the city. The item drew no public comment before the board voted. Motion and outcome: Board Member Austin Arthur moved to approve the demolition; Board Member Damon Brider seconded and the motion carried unanimously, 5–0.