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Minneapolis Heritage Preservation Commission Approves Demolition for Affordable Housing Project
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Overview: In a recent meeting, the Minneapolis Heritage Preservation Commission approved the demolition of a historic building on Franklin Avenue West to pave the way for a new 145-unit affordable housing project. The decision followed a discussion on the building’s historical significance, structural integrity, and the economic feasibility of its rehabilitation versus the benefits of new development.
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Jacob Frey
Historic Preservation Commission Officials:
Travis Herr, Namdi Alexander, Amy Thomas, Paul Mellblom, Ethan Boote, Kelly Mastin, Toshihiko Karato, Lindsey Wallace, Mariel Rodriguez, Marais Bjornberg
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Meeting Type:
Historic Preservation Commission
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Committee:
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Meeting Date:
08/04/2026
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Recording Published:
08/04/2026
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Duration:
39 Minutes
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Notability Score:
Routine
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State:
Minnesota
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County:
Hennepin County
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Towns:
Minneapolis
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