Denison, Texas Historic Preservation Board Meeting, July 7, 2026

The City of Denison, Texas Historic Preservation Board held a meeting on July 7, 2026, primarily to discuss and approve exterior improvement plans for the Rialto Theater located at 424 West Main Street. The board reviewed a certificate of appropriateness application that included replacing a rear staircase railing, repainting portions of the painted brick facade with historic palette colors, removing rotten steps, and restoring the box office window area to its 1960s appearance. The applicant also plans to address ADA compliance by modifying entrances and installing a wheelchair lift. The board approved the certificate of appropriateness with the condition that the applicant must return for approval of window replacements after removal of refrigeration panels currently covering upper windows. The discussion included clarifications on door styles, paint colors, and signage, as well as concerns about permit approvals tied to the certificate. Additionally, the board noted administrative approval of signage replacements for other local businesses. No specific contract awards or budget allocations were mentioned, but the meeting focused on ensuring historic preservation standards while allowing necessary renovations.