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There are some surprising twists in this saga, however. The first came when former councilwoman Angela Hunt opted to represent the alliance. Hunt is the primary champion of Lowest Greenville reform, and though revered by many Greenville neighbors, she also was criticized roundly for superimposing city policies on local businesses so that she and her neighbors wouldn’t have to worry as much about broken beer bottles and urinating college students defacing their property.

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Yet, a few weeks ago, there was Hunt, on prime time news, defending an organization that purportedly had created Lowest Greenville types of problems on Swiss Avenue.

Next, Preservation Dallas added the Aldredge House to its list of “most endangered” Dallas structures, arguing that “the house is one of the few properties in Dallas where the historic integrity has not been compromised and in many ways serves as an opportunity for visitors to step back in time.” It, too, sided with the alliance, hold-

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214.764.2119 x 113 sunstoneFit.com/slo ing the opinion that weddings held at the Aldredge House don’t just benefit the nonprofit; they also benefit the general public because the money generated is used to maintain the house’s original features and furnishings, and in turn allows the house to remain open for public use.

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The City of Dallas Landmark Commission then doubled down on this support from the preservation community with a vote to create a planned development district (PD) for the Aldredge House that would save more than the house’s exterior, which already is protected by virtue of it being situated in the Swiss Avenue Historic District. The commission went one step further by laying out a process for preserving the architectural characteristics of the home’s front rooms as well.

“I felt like I wanted to help declare that this is an important public asset worthy of preservation,” says Katherine Seale, the commission’s chairwoman. “Regardless of a late night party, the building is still a public good; it still provides value to the public.”

So is the Aldredge House a public asset, as preservationists claim, or a public nuisance, as its closest neighbors claim? Perhaps both, and this kind of “frictional adjacency” is a common problem around the country and the world, Seale says, for historic homes located within residential neighborhoods. They have to constantly reimagine and retool so that they can remain relevant to the public and continue to be a public good, she says.

“If they’re just taking care of their plastered ceilings and polishing their wood, they’re not going to be a good neighbor,” Seale says. “A PD is an opportunity to work out these differences.”

The PD was an attempt to circumvent leaving the Aldredge House’s fate in the hands of the Dallas Board of Adjustment, but it may be too late. At press time, both formal mediation and informal talks were taking place between the two sides in hopes of finding a resolution before the complaint went before the board.

The board comprises Dallas City Council appointees and its role is quasi-judicial; if it decides to grant or deny a request, that decision cannot be appealed to City Council, only district courts, so its vote is pretty much the final say. Plus, unlike the Plan Commission or the Park Board, the Board of Adjustment cannot be lobbied prior to a public hearing.

Most of the board’s decisions concern setbacks, landscaping and parking issues that don’t attract much news coverage. Steve Long, the board’s administrator, says nonconformance applications are rare — the board hasn’t considered one in at least three years — and those that are filed typically involve crime-ridden bars and motels.

“We’ve never considered a use such as the Aldredge House, which is a civic fraternal association use,” Long says. “This is a first.”

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Founded in 1966, Highlander offers an enriched curriculum in a positive, Christianbased environment. By limiting class size, teachers are able to build a strong educational foundation to ensure confidence in academics, athletics, and the creative and performing arts. Highlander offers a “classic” education which cannot be equaled. Monthly tours offered; call for a reservation.

Dallas Academy

950 Tiffany Way, Dallas 75218 / 214.324.1481 / dallas-academy.com

Founded in 1965, Dallas Academy’s mission is to restore the promise of full academic enrichment to students with learning differences in grades 1-12. A meaningful connection with each student is established to overcome barriers to success. Dallas Academy offers students an effective program and strategies to meet the special educational needs of bright students with learning differences, while including the activities of a larger, more traditional school. Classes are small, with a student-teacher ratio of 6 to 1 where students are encouraged, praised, and guided toward achieving their goals. Diagnostic testing is available to students throughout the community.

Highlander School

9120 Plano Rd. Dallas / 214.348.3220 / www.highlanderschool.com

Founded in 1966, Highlander offers an enriched curriculum in a positive, Christian-based environment. By limiting class size, teachers are able to build a strong educational foundation to ensure confidence in academics, athletics, and the creative and performing arts. Highlander offers a “classic” education which cannot be equaled. Monthly tours offered; call for a reservation.

Lakehill Preparatory School

Leading to Success. 2720 Hillside Dr., Dallas 75214 / 214.826.2931 / lakehillprep. org Kindergarten through Grade 12 - Lakehill Preparatory School takes the word preparatory in its name very seriously. Throughout a student’s academic career, Lakehill builds an educational program that achieves its goal of enabling graduates to attend the finest, most rigorous universities of choice. Lakehill combines a robust, college-preparatory curriculum with opportunities for personal growth, individual enrichment, and community involvement. From kindergarten through high school, every Lakehill student is encouraged to strive, challenged to succeed, and inspired to excel.

The Lamplighter School

11611 Inwood Road Dallas TX 75229/ 214-369-9201/ thelamplighterschool.org

Lamplighter delivers serious education wrapped in the wonder of childhood. The Pre-K through fourth grade years are fleeting, but filled with pure potential. What we, as parents and educators, ignite in these primary years establishes the trajectory of a child’s future. Lamplighter helps set children on a path toward rewarding lives as forever learners. The independent, co-educational school promotes academic excellence through innovative curriculum that merges fine arts with language arts, math, environmental science, social studies, physical education, and Spanish

Spanish House

4411 Skillman 214-826-4410 / 5740 Prospect 214-826-6350 / DallasSpanishHouse.com

Spanish Immersion School serving ages 3 month - Adults. We offer nursery, preschool, elementary and adult programs at two Lakewood locations. Degreed, native-Spanish speaking teachers in an “all-Spanish” immersion environment. Call for a tour today!

ST. BERNARD OF CLAIRVAUX

1420 Old Gate Ln. Dallas / 214.321.2897 / stbernardccs.org St. Bernard of Clairvaux School has educated children in Forest Hills, Casa Linda and White Rock neighborhoods since 1948. We encourage each student to develop an inquisitive mind, strong moral character and a love of learning that lasts a lifetime. The experienced teaching staff is dedicated to academic excellence with a challenging curriculum and individual attention. We offer affordable tuition, PK through 8th grade, wireless slate technology, extracurricular activities, and after-school care. Please call to schedule a tour.

ST. JOHN’S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL

848 Harter Rd., Dallas 75218 / 214.328.9131 / stjohnsschool.org

Founded in 1953, St. John’s is an independent, co-educational day school for Pre-K through Grade 8. With a tradition for academic excellence, St. John’s programs include a challenging curriculum in a Christian environment along with instruction in the visual and performing arts, Spanish, German, French, and opportunities for athletics and community service.St. John’s goal for its students is to develop a love for learning, service to others, and leadership grounded in love, humility, and wisdom. Accredited by ISAS, SAES, and the Texas Education Agency.

White Rock North School

9727 White Rock Trail Dallas / 214.348.7410 / WhiteRockNorthSchool.com

6 Weeks through 6th Grade. Our accelerated curriculum provides opportunity for intellectual and physical development in a loving and nurturing environment. Character-building and civic responsibility are stressed. Facilities include indoor swimming pool, skating rink, updated playground, and state-of-the-art technology lab. Kids Club on the Corner provides meaningful after-school experiences. Summer Camp offers field trips, swimming, and a balance of indoor and outdoor activities designed around fun-filled themes. Accredited by SACS. Call for a tour of the campus.

Yorktown Education

5170 Village Creek Drive Plano, 75093 972-733-0800 YorktownEd.com Yorktown Education is an independent, academically challenging private school for grades first -12. With a customized “Do What You Love” curriculum, students are educated with higher standards at earlier ages. Education is based on performance and not on age or grade levels. Yorktown graduates are in the top 1% of the country for SAT & ACT results and have a 100 percent college acceptance rate, with an average of over $100,000 in college credit and scholarships. Enrolling first through 10th grade for the 2015-2016 school year. Parent tours and student visits are available.

Zion Lutheran School

6121 E. Lovers Ln. Dallas / 214.363.1630 / ziondallas. org Toddler care thru 8th Grade. Serving Dallas for over 58 years offering a quality education in a Christ-centered learning environment. Degreed educators minister to the academic, physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs of students and their families. Before and after school programs, Extended Care, Parents Day Out, athletics, fine arts, integrated technology, Spanish, outdoor education, Accelerated Reader, advanced math placement, and student government. Accredited by National Lutheran School & Texas District Accreditation Commissions and TANS. Contact Principal Jeff Thorman.