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HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION May 6, 2026 Briefing: Demolition Permit Applications for Property Owned by Religious Organizations 1207 West 45th Street 3 – 1 Purpose Texas Local Government Code § 211.0165 provides municipal authority for historic landmark designation. In 2019, the Texas Legislature amended that authority through House Bill 2496, 86 (R). In addition to introducing a supermajority requirement for landmark designation over owner objection, the bill mandated that property owned by a religious organization may not be designated without owner consent. Per the attached 2021 memo to the Historic Landmark Commission, to comply with city code and state law, the Historic Preservation Office must administratively approve all applications for the demolition or relocation of a building owned by a religious organization without first scheduling a hearing at the Historic Landmark Commission. At Regular Meetings, as necessary, staff provide the Commission with a briefing regarding any such action taken since the prior Commission meeting. Prior Action The property at 1207 West 45th Street, owned by a religious organization, was approved for demolition on April 7, 2026. It was constructed in 1938 for the Trinity Lutheran Church. Partial demolition of more than 50% of the building’s exterior is proposed. Source: demolition permit application, 2026 3 – 2 3 – 3