KERA Article on 4101 Beverly Drive Quoting Douglas Newby

Douglas Newby, an area realtor who specializes in architecturally significant homes, told KERA the Cox Mansion best symbolized the elegance of Highland Park. Amending the zoning change would not only disrupt the neighborhood further, he said, it would also set a precedent for other homeowners who want taller structures.
“This sets the tone for the entire Highland Park Township — the entire community — because it’s so visible,” he said.
The Highland Park Town Council Chambers were packed during Thursday’s meeting with residents, many of whom were opposed to the zoning change, including Larry Good, Preservation Park Cities board member.
Good told KERA ahead of the meeting that approving the zoning change functions as a “reward” for tearing down a historic home.
“That doesn’t seem right that you demolish the most important historic home in Highland Park and in return you’re granted greater permissions to build back a replacement house,” he said.
The room erupted with applause as Good, along with a few others, voiced their opposition to the change.
During the meeting, Itzhakov said he understood and empathized with residents upset about the demolition of the Cox Mansion. He said there were attempts to repair the home “at great expense,” but Beal ultimately decided to build a new home on the lot.