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Historic Preservation

Tuesday, November 27, 2012

Creve Coeur Is Asked To Consider Historic Preservation Law

Tell us: what structures would you like to see protected in Creve Coeur?

The City of Creve Coeur has a Historic Preservation Committee, which according to the city's website, is primarily charged with: But Ward 2 City Councilwoman Tara Nealey pointed out Monday the city does not have a Historic Preservation ordinance that would help preserve the historic nature of buildings in the city. Nealey and residents of Ladue Estates, a mid-century modern neighborhood in Creve Coeur now listed on the National Register of Historic Places, talked up the need for the city to have such an ordinance Monday night. Lee Ann Baker, a Ladue Estates resident and Trustee, said the recognition does not by itself equal preservation. Baker said a letter writing campaign yielded interest from other mid-century modern architectural …

flyoverland

8:16 am on Tuesday, November 27, 2012

Gee, I guess that makes me historic as I was also born in the "mid century," whatever that is. Residents should be very wary of these historic recognition laws. You will need to get permission to make changes (please note the statement, they don't want to impede updates as long as they don't alter the mid century nature. The question is who will make that determination? Probably not you. You …   more ›

Wednesday, December 22, 2010

Local Subdivision on National Register of Historic Places

Ladue Estates is recognized for its historic architecture.

"Country Living, Luxury Style" is what was promised from the Ladue Estates subdivision when it was first built fifty years ago. Today, homeowners in this post-war enclave located off Ladue Rd. east of Mosley Rd. still appreciate its park-like setting and mid-century modern ranch homes. This year, the neighborhood was honored with a listing on the National Register of Historic Places, a distinction that recognizes its residents' devotion to maintaining the subdivision's original architecture and cohesive style. The trustees of Ladue Estates decided to pursue a National Register listing as they saw the increasing number of tear-downs in old neighborhoods; many ranch homes being replaced by "McMansions." Trustee Suzanne Walch had heard about …

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