Century-old Highland Park home demolished over calls for preservation in Park Cities

The demolition of a 94-year-old home in Highland Park is prompting an outcry from neighbors and preservationists in the affluent enclave.

in Highland Park and University Park. The designation, which recognizes both architecturally and historically significant homes, does not legally stop homeowners from demolishing their property.

Highland Park, a town of just under 9,000 residents spanning just over 2 square miles, has some of the most expensive homes in the area, many varieties of mansions, and is where some of the biggest names in Dallas live, including Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones. Melde, the preservation architect, said the Fairfax home was a good example of the popular colonial revival style of architecture from the early 20th century and had retained its architectural integrity.

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