Historic preservation standoff at 101 East First Street
Summary
The seven-story stair/elevator tower for a prominent downtown historic building was again rejected for incomplete plans — a $100,000+ investment now must restart with a fresh certificate of appropriateness application, fees waived.
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Last discussed Jan 12, 2026.
Impact analysis
Applicant faces further delay and redesign, though the COA resubmittal fees will be waived.
Historic district character and the downtown waterfront's visual integrity are protected.
The applicant's project is delayed again after three and a half years of back-and-forth.
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