SET A PUBLIC HEARING DATE regarding the designation of a Landmark, Protected Landmark or Significant Structure upon application by the property owner(s)

HEARING DATE - 9:00 A.M. - WEDNESDAY - NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Chapter 33, Sections 33-222 and 33-224 of the Code of Ordinances allows for City Council to designate a Landmark, Protected Landmark or Significant Structure upon application by the property owner.

The Houston Archaeological and Historical Commission (HAHC) recommends to City Council the approval of the following landmarks, protected landmarks and significant structure after determining the applications satisfied all criteria of the ordinance. 

• Protected Landmark: The Delco House at 807 North Loop (HAHC approval date of June 20, 2024);
• Protected Landmark: Swift and Company Packing Plant at 612 Waverly (HAHC approval date of July 18, 2024);
• Protected Landmark: The Dr. and Mrs. Robert A. Johnston House at 7 Shadow Lawn (HAHC approval date of July 18, 2024);
• Protected Landmark: The John S. Stewart House at 109 Stratford (HAHC approval date of Sep. 12, 2024); and
• Landmark: Battelstein’s at 806 Main Street (HAHC approval date of Oct. 10, 2024).
• Change of Designation: 540 Cortlandt from contributing to non-contributing structure in Houston Heights South Historic District (HAHC approval date of Nov. 9, 2023)

A public hearing on the designations is proposed for Wednesday, November 20, 9:00 a.m., in the City Hall Council Chambers. Notice of the public hearing date and location will be published in a local newspaper of general circulation.

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Vonn Tran
Director
Planning and Development Department

Anna Sedillo, Council Liaison

832-393-6578

Cara Quigley, Planner I

832-393-6562