Demolition Clause in Draft Ordinance for the CD2 Expansion: Exhibit A, section y.

y) Demolitions.
1) Original Houses identified as Tudor, Spanish Revival, French Eclectic, Colonial
Revival, and Neoclassical, or identified as Significant in Exhibit B may be
demolished only if the cost of bringing the house into compliance with Section
27-11, “Minimum Property Standards; Responsibility of Owner,” of the Dallas
City Code using materials similar to the original materials is greater than 80
percent of the value of Improvements according to the Dallas Central Appraisal
District(DCAD).
A) Applicant shall demonstrate the need for demolition by providing:
i) Building Inspection report
ii) Engineer’s report
iii) Itemized list of req

Not regulated.

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EXTRAS SNUCK INTO THE DRAFT Since the prior draft: Windows must be typical of the architectural style, courtyard walls may project into the front yard a maximum of five feet, structures on large lots may be taller than those on smaller lots, roof eaves may not exceed two feet, individual window units must be taller than they are wide on the front facade.

Elements of your home that the City Will Have Complete Discretion

  • Windows must be typical of the architectural style.
  • On a front facade and within the wrap-around, all materials and their application must be typical of the period and architectural style, or be compatible with original main buildings designated the same architectural style in the district.
  • Wood, materials that look like wood, cast stone, wrought iron, or stucco with half-timbering may be applied in a manner and location typical of Original Houses in the district.
  • Dormers must be typical in form, size, and proportions for the architectural style of the structure.

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