19 W. Birch Ave. Hotel and Parking Garage Development
Summary
Capri Development LLC wants to demolish the existing building at 19 W. Birch Ave for a proposed project, but the Heritage Preservation Commission denied its Certificate of Economic Hardship. The council got legal advice in closed session on the appeal and the standards for approving such certificates.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 4
- Last 30 days
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Last discussed Jul 15, 2026.
Impact analysis
The project represents a multi-million dollar investment that will increase property tax revenues, generate sales tax, and add downtown parking and lodging.
Outcomes could affect downtown redevelopment prospects and the preservation of a historic-area building.
Residents who value historic preservation and neighborhood quiet may experience adverse impacts from increased scale, massing, and activity.
Mentions & discussions (4)
Heritage Preservation Commission — July 15, 2026
Developers are planning a new hotel and parking garage downtown, which has raised questions about how large new buildings fit into Flagstaff's historic district. Commissioners worked with the applicant to add native stone, micro-retail spaces, and public art to make the large structures more pedestrian-friendly.
Heritage Preservation Commission - Executive Session — July 15, 2026
The commission sought legal advice about a proposed development at a downtown property and how its certificate of appropriateness rules apply. The closed-door session signals the city is carefully reviewing the legal framework before the project moves forward publicly.
City Council Special Meeting (Executive Session) — July 8, 2026
Capri Development LLC wants to demolish the existing building at 19 W. Birch Ave for a proposed project, but the Heritage Preservation Commission denied its Certificate of Economic Hardship. The council got legal advice in closed session on the appeal and the standards for approving such certificates.
Heritage Preservation Commission — May 20, 2026
Developers are proposing to demolish the former city hall building at 19 W. Birch Ave. to construct a five-story Graduate Hotel and parking garage. The project has sparked intense community debate over historic preservation, pedestrian walkability, economic vitality, and how well the new design fits downtown Flagstaff's character.
Related development
19 W. Birch Ave. Hotel and Parking Garage
Design modifications adjust trim colors and cornices to reduce visual massing in the downtown historic overlay zone.
Proposed development at 19 W. Birch Avenue
The appeal's outcome will determine whether the building at 19 W. Birch can be demolished to make way for the proposed downtown project.
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