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TOWN OF PALM BEACH Planning, Zoning & Building Department October 21, 2014 CERTIFIED MAIL 7006 3450 0000 8489 1896 124 Parc Monceau LLC 8412 Native Dancer Road East Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33418-7728 Subject: Property placed "under consideration" for landmark designation 124 Parc Monceau within the proposed Parc Monceau Historic District (historic district to include 115, 116, 124, 125. and 300 Parc Monceau and 1700 and 1720 South Ocean Boulevard) Ladies and Gentlemen, Your property contributes to the great beauty and history of Palm Beach. The Landmarks Preservation Commission, during its meeting of October 16, 2014, voted to place the above- referenced property on a list of sites that are "under consideration" for landmark designation. After study by Town consultants, a report on each listed property will be presented to the Commission and those chosen for "landmarking" will be presented to the Town Council for final approval and designation. Designation reports are generally more complete when owners cooperatively share information, but you are not required to assist or incur any cost in this process. You should be aware of the following notes: • Nearly 300 of the Island's most prestigious properties have been landmarked during the program's 30+ year history. The landmarking process is a tool that preserves the classic structures of our community and will assist in maintaining and continuing the unique charm of Palm Beach. Your property should be considered for inclusion in this special group. • Landmarked structures can be altered. Future exterior changes (including additions) to your property would be reviewed by the Landmarks Preservation Commission in lieu of the Architectural Commission. The Landmarks Preservation Commission has an established record of allowing for changes provided that historical integrity is not lost. • The Landmarks Preservation Commission has no oversight regarding interior changes. The review of interior changes occurs only when an owner applies for tax exempt status (another advantage of the program creating a 10-year partial property tax abatement for the incremental value of improvements). • Landmarked structures are exempt from certain flood elevation and energy code compliance requirements that apply to non-landmarked structures. • Many highly qualified studies point to more significant appreciation in the value of landmarked property. Post Office Box 2029 • 360 South County Road • Palm Beach, Florida 33480 • EFTA01201672 A representative from the Landmarks Preservation Commission and/or its staff may have already contacted you relative to this proposed designation. If we have been unsuccessful in our efforts to reach you, however, please do not hesitate to call the Landmarks Preservation Commission staff or any Landmarks Preservation Commission member if you have any questions or concerns about the program. A Landmark Manual is enclosed for your reference. It includes a one-page list of the effects of landmarking, and outlines program benefits. You will be notified of all future Landmarks Preservation Commission meetings at which your property will be addressed. Designation hearings are conducted by the Commission during the months of November through April. Recommendations are then forwarded to the Town Council for final action. Sincerely, ohn Lindgren, AICP Planning Administrator JL:cmd cc: John C. Randolph, Town Attorney John S. Page, Director of Planning, Zoning & Building William 0. Cooley, Chainnan, Landmarks Preservation Commission Janet Murphy & Emily Stillings, Staff Historic Preservation Consultants pf EFTA01201673