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182 S. Orange Grove Boulevard

(Otho Sylvester A. Sprague/Mayfair Mansion)

Application for Designation as a Historic MonumentCity Council

February 25, 2013

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Project Summary

• Applicant & Owner: Warren Hsiau • Built in 1902• Historic Name: Otho Sylvester A. Sprague House/ Mayfair

Mansion• Architect: Frederick L. Roehrig• Qualifies for Historic Monument under criterion C because:

> Regionally significant, exceptional example of an Arts and Crafts period house in the Tudor Revival style

> Exceptional work by regionally significant architect> Retains a high level of integrity

• Landscape architecture features integral to the Ambassador College campus also significant under Criterion C and included in designation

• HPC recommended approval of the designation at November 5, 2012 meeting

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Recommendation & Effects

• Staff recommendation: Approve designation of 182 S. Orange Grove Boulevard as a Historic Monument

• Effects of historic designation:>Future protection of exterior features from

inappropriate alteration or demolition>Eligible to apply for Historic Property Contract

(Mills Act)>Eligible to use State Historical Building Code>Potential variances from current Zoning

requirements

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Property Location

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East Elevation

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Southwest View

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West View

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East Side Walkway

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Questions?

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