Historic Preservation Board
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July 2, 2026 Historic Preservation Board Agenda
The City of DeLand Historic Preservation Board reviewed a public art mural application. The mural is proposed for the west side of the building at 100 N Woodland Blvd. The applicant and owner is the City of DeLand. The case number is HPB26-149. The decision is not stated in the provided text. The next meeting is scheduled for August 6, 2026.
- Board:
- Historic Preservation Board
- Date:
- 2026-07-02
- Type:
- Agenda
- Address:
- 100 N Woodland Blvd
- Applicant:
- City of DeLand
July 2, 2026 Historic Preservation Board Agenda Packet
The City of DeLand Historic Preservation Board reviewed a proposal for a public art mural on the west side of the building at 100 N Woodland Blvd. The mural, depicting Officer Mac McBride, is intended to replace an existing mural. The project involves replacing an existing mural of Officer Mac McBride, which was previously reviewed and approved retroactively with a three-year condition. After a denial by the Public Mural Art Committee and an unsuccessful appeal to the City Commission regarding design changes, the City is now proposing to install the mural at this new location. Staff analysis indicates the mural's color scheme is consistent with Historic Downtown DeLand and it will not cover architectural elements. The Board's review serves as a recommendation to the Public Mural Art Committee for final approval. The mural will be painted by local artist Paulo Jimenez and will be approximately 9 feet tall by 8 feet wide.
- Board:
- Historic Preservation Board
- Date:
- 2026-07-02
- Type:
- Agenda_packet
- Decision:
- Recommendation forwarded to Public Mural Art Committee for consideration
- Address:
- 100 N Woodland Blvd.
- Applicant:
- City of DeLand
June 4, 2026 Historic Preservation Board Agenda
The City of Deland Historic Preservation Board met on June 4, 2026. Two historic preservation review applications for demolition were on the agenda. Project 1 at 635 Bert Fish Drive, owned by Stetson University, involves the demolition of a commercial structure built prior to 1950. Project 2 at 338 Clake Street, with applicant Scenic View Design & Construction, LLC and owner Voorhis Investment Partners, LLC, involves the demolition of a residential structure built prior to 1950. The document does not state the decision or public comment for either project.
- Board:
- Historic Preservation Board
- Date:
- 2026-06-04
- Type:
- Agenda
- Address:
- 635 Bert Fish Drive; 338 Clake Street
- Applicant:
- Stetson University; Scenic View Design & Construction, LLC
June 4, 2026 Historic Preservation Board Agenda Packet
[635 Bert Fish Drive; case HPB26-085] The Historic Preservation Board reviewed the demolition of a commercial structure built prior to 1950 at 635 Bert Fish Drive. Stetson University is the applicant/owner. The building, constructed in 1945, is currently vacant and not located within a designated Historic District, but rather the Downtown Historic Support District. The applicant intends for the site to be maintained as informal green space with no immediate redevelopment plans. Staff recommended approval of the demolition request, noting the building's poor condition, lack of significant historic or architectural value, and that it does not contribute to a historic district. The demolition is estimated to cost $15,000, including asbestos abatement, with an anticipated start and completion in summer 2026. [338 South Clake Street; case HPB26-047] The Historic Preservation Board reviewed the demolition of a residential structure built prior to 1950 at 338 South Clake Street. Scenic View Design & Construction LLC is the applicant, and Voorhis Investment Partners, LLC is the owner. The building, constructed in 1949, is vacant and located in the Downtown Historic Support District and the Historic Support District. The property owner purchased the property in November 2025 and has no definitive plans for reuse or future development. Staff analysis noted that without documentation regarding structural integrity or viability of rehabbing the building, and pursuant to LDR Section 33-35(b)(5), demolition of historic buildings without definitive plans for redevelopment is discouraged, therefore staff was unable to support the demolition request. The building has a Florida Master Site File (VO10961) and distinguishing features include multiple rooflines, an enclosed porch, rough stucco exterior, and an asymmetrical façade. [112 W. Georgia Avenue; case HPB26-081] The Historic Preservation Board reviewed a Certificate of Appropriateness for exterior alteration of a commercial building at 112 W. Georgia Avenue. Empire Custom Builders, Inc. is the applicant, and Café DaVinci, LLC is the owner. Staff expressed concern regarding the expansion of door and window openings on the west elevation due to the soft sandstone brick, recommending that openings be enlarged by cutting along mortar joints rather than through bricks to preserve material. Staff also recommended that all removed historic sandstone brick be carefully salvaged for reuse. The property owner, Dan Reed, provided a presentation. The Board approved the Certificate of Appropriateness as presented. [338 South Clake Street; case HBP26-047] Demolition of a single-family residence at 338 South Clake Street, DeLand, FL, built in 1949. The structure is masonry vernacular style, in deteriorated condition with safety concerns and potential liability. The owner purchased the property in November 2025 and has no definitive plans for reuse or future development. Demolition is proposed to take one week using an excavator. The Historic Preservation Board staff is unable to support the demolition request without documentation demonstrating structural integrity or rehabilitation viability, and demolition of historic buildings without redevelopment plans is discouraged. The demolition requires Historic Preservation Board and City Commission action due to the structure's age (pre-1950).
- Board:
- Historic Preservation Board
- Date:
- 2026-06-04
- Type:
- Agenda_packet
- Decision:
- Staff recommended approval of the demolition request. The document does not state the final decision of the Historic Preservation Board.
- Address:
- 635 Bert Fish Drive
- Applicant:
- Stetson University
May 7, 2026 Historic Preservation Board Agenda
The Historic Preservation Board is considering a Certificate of Appropriateness for exterior alterations to a commercial building located at 112 W. Georgia Avenue. The application, case number HPB26-081, is submitted by Empire Custom Builders, Inc. on behalf of the owner, Café Davinci, LLC. The next scheduled meeting is June 4, 2026.
- Board:
- Historic Preservation Board
- Date:
- 2026-05-07
- Type:
- Agenda
- Address:
- 112 W. Georgia Avenue
- Applicant:
- Empire Custom Builders, Inc
May 7, 2026 Historic Preservation Board Agenda Packet
[112 W. Georgia Avenue; case HPB26-081] The Historic Preservation Board considered a Certificate of Appropriateness for exterior alterations to a commercial building at 112 W. Georgia Avenue. The proposed work includes replacing an existing double wooden warehouse bay/barn door on the east side with a glass storefront door for emergency egress and expanding an existing door and window on the west side to accommodate two overhead roll-up doors for security and staff access. Staff recommended approval with conditions to preserve historic sandstone brick by cutting along mortar joints and salvaging removed brick. The board's action is not stated in this document. [225 W. New York Ave.; case HPB26-019] The Historic Preservation Board reviewed a Certificate of Appropriateness for new construction of a multi-family building at 225 W. New York Ave. Staff recommended approval with a condition that updated elevations be submitted to reflect proposed changes and all previously approved architectural elements. Public comment was provided by Randy Williams, who suggested alternative uses for the site such as an RV park. The board approved the Certificate of Appropriateness. [case LDR 2026 Update] The City of DeLand is undertaking a comprehensive update of its Land Development Regulations (LDRs), with the goal of reorganizing, reformatting, and simplifying the existing code. Proposed revisions related to historic preservation include clarifying review procedures, defining decision-making authority, incorporating Certified Local Government provisions, revising Historic Preservation Board membership criteria, establishing two levels of review for Certificates of Appropriateness (Standard and Special), adding provisions for salvaging historic materials in demolition requests, and establishing clear criteria for demolition review. Zoning updates include relabeling historic districts, adding references to the historic color palette, and incorporating photographic examples of architectural styles. Community design standards will emphasize compatibility with historic resources, and signage regulations will also reference the historic color palette and clarify restrictions in historic districts. This document outlines DeLand's Land Development Regulations, focusing on review procedures, decision-making bodies, and historic preservation. It details processes for various applications including zoning map amendments, planned developments, historic structure demolitions, and certificates of appropriateness. It also defines overlay districts like Gateway and Historic Core, and establishes criteria for historic property designations and alterations. No specific projects with addresses, sizes, or applicant names are detailed in this excerpt. This document outlines DeLand's Community Design Standards and Lighting regulations, focusing on guiding the physical form of development to create an attractive, walkable, and context-sensitive urban environment. It details standards for building design, massing, frontage, materials, and color, emphasizing compatibility with historic resources and pedestrian experience. Specific regulations cover setbacks, streetscape elements, storefront designs, optional frontages (arcades, galleries, forecourts, stoops, porches), window fenestration, exterior materials (preferring brick, stone, concrete masonry), and building colors. The document also includes comprehensive regulations for various sign types, including monument signs, building signs (wall, marquee, awning, window), electronic message centers, and temporary signs, with specific requirements for signs within historic districts. It defines terms related to development, uses, and structures, and exempts certain areas like the DeLand Airport Northwest Business Park from some standards. The regulations apply to all development except single-family and duplex residential uses, with modifications required for existing developments undergoing major modifications. Public comment is not mentioned in this section.
- Board:
- Historic Preservation Board
- Date:
- 2026-05-07
- Type:
- Agenda_packet
- Decision:
- Approved
- Address:
- 112 W. Georgia Avenue
- Applicant:
- Empire Custom Builders, Inc.
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