Elmhurst Eyes More Action On Historical Properties
Three Elmhurst aldermen want the city to look into drafting a more vigorous policy to protect historical properties. This comes after residents campaigned against the planned demolition of a nearly century-old house, which began this week when the Parrillis, owners of the house, started the deconstruction. Patch Article by David Guiliani, August 2, 2024
Elmhurst Teardown Sparks Historic Preservation Concerns
A plan to tear down a 96-year-old house in Elmhurst’s historic district has spurred some concerned residents to call on city officials to reinvigorate the city’s Historic Preservation Commission, a move they hope will lead to a more active role for the commission in saving homes of historic or architectural significance from demolition. Chicago Tribune […]
A Thank You to Elmhurst on Historic Preservation
Residents tried–unsuccessfully–to save the house at 292 S. Arlington Ave. Neighbors oppose the demolition of the nearly century-old house. Patch Op Ed on July 10, 2024
Elmhurst Needs Affordable Housing, Officials Agreed
Elmhurst resident Christie Ainge speaks Monday at the Elmhurst City Council Meeting about the need for more affordable housing in town. It was part of the debate over merging two lots to allow the demolition of a historic house to make way for a new one. The median-value house in Elmhurst is more than double […]
“Wake-Up Call” for Elmhurst Mayor on Preservation
Trees were taken down Tuesday morning at the nearly century-old house at 292 S. Arlington Ave. This was one day after the City Council enacted a measure paving the way for the home’s demolition. Mayor Scott Levin conceded not a “whole lot was going on” with the local preservation commission. Patch Article by David Giuliani, July […]
Bear “Poked”: Elmhurst Historic Home Likely Going Down
The house at 292 S. Arlington Ave., owned by Richard “RJ” Parrilli, is nearly a century old. Parrilli and his wife, Alyssa Parrilli, want to tear it down to make way for a new house. On Monday, July 1, 2024, alderman paved the way for the demolition of the house and the construction of a new […]
Planned Teardown Sparks Elmhurst Movement for Preservation
A panel approved a move that would lead to a home’s demolition. But its chairwoman, Elmhurst Alderwoman Marti Deuter, praised preservation advocates. Patch Article by David Giuliani, June 25, 2024
Elmhurst Home Teardown Tied Up in Legal Issue
A construction-type fence was put around the trees in the parkway in front of the house at 292 S. Arlington Ave., which the owners plan to demolish. No permit has been granted yet. Patch Article by David Giuliani, June 13, 2024
Next Step for Elmhurst Historic Home Demolition
The house at 292 S. Arlington Ave., owned by Richard “RJ” Parrilli, is nearly a century old. Parrilli and his wife, Alyssa Parrilli, want to tear it down to make way for a new house. A city panel voted unanimously for a zoning change that would pave the way for a teardown. Patch Article by David […]
Controversial Elmhurst Teardown Clears First Hurdle
The owners want to demolish a nearly century-old home. The City Council has the final say on a zoning change. Patch Article by David Giuliani, May 22, 2024