Historic Preservation Board: May 2026
City of Gainesville
Agenda (PDF)
The Historic Preservation Board is considering an Ad Valorem Tax Exemption for the Gainesville Lodge at 413 West University Avenue. The project involves the removal of later additions and alterations, exterior upgrades, renovation of guestrooms, and remodeling of the lobby. The Historic Preservation Officer reviewed the completed work and found it to be in compliance with Federal Standards. Staff recommends approval of the Part II application for the tax exemption, to be forwarded to the City Commission for final approval. The project start date was May 2025, and completion was March 2026, with a total project cost of $1,500,000.00.
- Board:
- Historic Preservation Board
- Date:
- 2026-05-05
- Type:
- Agenda
- Decision:
- Staff recommends approval of Part II Application HPAV-25-001 and forwarding to the City Commission for final approval.
- Address:
- 413 West University Avenue
- Applicant:
- Gainesville Lodge Partners, LLC
Agenda Cover Page (PDF)
The Historic Preservation Board is considering a petition for a Part II Ad Valorem Application for a property located at 413 W University Ave. The staff recommends approval of this application. The meeting agenda also includes approval of previous minutes, public comment, staff updates, and adjournment.
- Board:
- Historic Preservation Board
- Date:
- 2026-05-05
- Type:
- Agenda
- Decision:
- Staff recommends approval
- Address:
- 413 W University Ave
- Applicant:
- Sustainable Development
Minutes (PDF)
The Historic Preservation Board approved petition HP AV-25-001, Part II Ad Valorem for 413 W University Ave. The motion to approve and send to the City Commission for Final Approval passed with 9 ayes and 0 nays. The Streatery Project was discussed, involving saving historic bricks from the street for potential reuse. Staff will work with the Board to generate ideas for Public Works. Staff also provided updates on Preservation Month activities and upcoming awards ceremonies. The next meeting is scheduled for June 2, 2026.
- Board:
- Historic Preservation Board
- Date:
- 2026-05-05
- Type:
- Minutes
- Decision:
- Approved (9 to 0)
- Address:
- 413 W University Ave
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