# Historic Preservation Meeting

The City of Coral Gables Historic Preservation Board met on October 15, 2026, according to the chair’s call to order (the metadata lists October 16 UTC). The board approved the September 17 minutes and deferred the August minutes because of an IT issue. It unanimously approved ad valorem tax relief for the historic residence at 4100 Monserrat Street and local historic designation for 605 Navari Avenue. The board also approved certificates of appropriateness for work at 605 Navari Avenue, 825 Almaria Avenue, 3903 Granada Boulevard, 711 University Drive, and 1305 Alhambra Circle, including additions, alterations, garage work, and associated zoning variances. No procurement, contract awards, vendor selections, or purchasing decisions were identified.

The board considered demolition of the contributing 1955 residence at 1721 Columbus Boulevard and proposed replacement construction. Members discussed the home’s contribution to the Obispo Avenue Historic District and requested further consideration of alternatives for retaining or adapting it; the transcript does not document a final vote or disposition. The application for 907 Alhambra Circle was presented and discussed, but the transcript ends before board deliberation or a vote. No broader procurement or spending policy decisions were recorded.

**Jurisdictions:** sled
**Industries:** Construction & Infrastructure
**Topics:** Physical Infrastructure
**Published:** October 16, 2026

### Sources
- [Historic Preservation Meeting](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UXLb9Ii-ZFM) - City of Coral Gables