Tonight, the Fort Worth City Council unanimously approved the creation of a historic district for the entire 4000 block of Linden Avenue. This block sits between Clover Lane and Belle Place. I would like to applaud the residents for the creation of this district. This is something all of Arlington Heights really needs. The block has changed very little since the homes were constructed and all are in original condition on the exterior. Over the years, very few additions and alterations to the homes have occurred. This block is very much an exception in Arlington Heights. I spoke on behalf of Historic Fort Worth in favor of the creation of this district. Now, this one block is legally protected against demolition.
4000 Block of Linden Ave. Now in Historic District
Started by John T Roberts, Oct 09 2012 09:45 PM
Arlington Heights Historic Districts Neighborhoods
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#2
Posted 10 October 2012 - 07:15 AM
Good to hear,have driven by serveral times of the years and have always been shocked to not see tear downs along that section. So can the historic district grow? There are some other pockets around Arlington Heights that should be protected, but I have never been a fan of piecemail zoning
#3
Posted 10 October 2012 - 11:30 AM
So does that mean that if somebody wants to do anything to their own house, they now have to have permission from a committee? Whereas in the past they could do what they wanted within city building code?
#4
Posted 10 October 2012 - 06:04 PM
Thurman52: The district could grow, or they could have other districts that are adjacent. Unfortunately, I think given the current development status of Arlington Heights, piecemeal zoning is the only alternative left to protect the homes.
mmiller2002: The answer to your question is yes and no. If any resident within this block wanted to remodel the interior of their house, they could do so without having a the Historic and Cultural Landmarks Commission review their case. However, if they wanted to alter the exterior of their house, they would have to go before the Commission. The neighbors in the block wrote their design guidelines that set up the "rules" for complying within their specific district. Also, approximately 75% of the property owners on the block favored the creation of the Historic District. I know you might find the idea of a district very restrictive, but this guarantees that a tear down and a replacement McMansion will not happen in the future. I personally think that it is great that a full block, still in its original state in Arlington Heights is going to be preserved for future generations to admire.
I know that there is another historic district in the works. That is the portion of Ryan Place not along Elizabeth Blvd, which is already a local and national historic district. I look forward to seeing the creation of this district. I also don't want forum members to think that I want to see every part of Fort Worth that is over 50 years old designated. I do not feel this way. However, I would like to see the portions of the city where the original character is still intact to have part of that area designated, or individual designations on the most architecturally and historically important structures.
mmiller2002: The answer to your question is yes and no. If any resident within this block wanted to remodel the interior of their house, they could do so without having a the Historic and Cultural Landmarks Commission review their case. However, if they wanted to alter the exterior of their house, they would have to go before the Commission. The neighbors in the block wrote their design guidelines that set up the "rules" for complying within their specific district. Also, approximately 75% of the property owners on the block favored the creation of the Historic District. I know you might find the idea of a district very restrictive, but this guarantees that a tear down and a replacement McMansion will not happen in the future. I personally think that it is great that a full block, still in its original state in Arlington Heights is going to be preserved for future generations to admire.
I know that there is another historic district in the works. That is the portion of Ryan Place not along Elizabeth Blvd, which is already a local and national historic district. I look forward to seeing the creation of this district. I also don't want forum members to think that I want to see every part of Fort Worth that is over 50 years old designated. I do not feel this way. However, I would like to see the portions of the city where the original character is still intact to have part of that area designated, or individual designations on the most architecturally and historically important structures.
#5
Posted 10 October 2012 - 06:59 PM
I would think a few blocks here in ridglea hills would make good candidates.
#6
Posted 10 October 2012 - 07:46 PM
Thurman, I agree with you on Ridglea Hills.
#7
Posted 11 October 2012 - 11:12 AM
I sure hope that the 25% not in favor are not getting hosed. I would be beside myself if I lived there for many years and all of a sudden the rules changed for my property rights.
In general, for very modest homes, how do these restrictions affect property values?
In general, for very modest homes, how do these restrictions affect property values?
#8
Posted 11 October 2012 - 12:33 PM
Generally, property values increase at a faster rate within a historic district, regardless of the original value of the property. I guess the good news in the case of this block, they had 100% participation in the vote. Therefore, even the owners who voted against the district, knew what would be coming if the majority of their neighbors voted for it. If anyone proposes an addition or an alteration of the exterior of their house that is within their specific district guidelines, then it gets approved easily by the Landmarks Commission. They are also not obstructionists. The Landmarks Commission consists of architects, real estate professionals, historians, and neighborhood leaders.
This block is also eligible for tax credits and incentives since they have designated properties. If you want more information, go to the Historic Preservation section at http://www.fortworthtexas.gov.
This block is also eligible for tax credits and incentives since they have designated properties. If you want more information, go to the Historic Preservation section at http://www.fortworthtexas.gov.
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