Historic Landmark Designations for Closed East Side Churches
Toledo
Summary
Toledo is considering official landmark status for both the Feilbach Building and the Stanwalt Building to protect their historic architectural character.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 14
- Last 30 days
- 0
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Sep 10, 2026.
Impact analysis
Possible eligibility for historic tax credits or preservation grants for property owners.
Local preservationists and property owners valuing historic preservation.
None identified at this preliminary stage.
Mentions & discussions (5)
Toledo City Plan Commission - Sep 10, 2026
The city is pushing to designate Sacred Heart and Good Shepherd churches as local landmarks to protect their historic architecture, despite strong pushback from the Catholic Diocese, which owns the buildings and wants freedom to decide their future without extra city hurdles.
Diocese of Toledo decries city’s landmark designation efforts
Diocese of Toledo decries city’s landmark designation efforts Toledo Blade
Toledo Diocese threatens legal action over landmark designation for former churches
Toledo Diocese threatens legal action over landmark designation for former churches WTVG
Zoning & Planning Committee - May 20, 2026
Collingwood Presbyterian Church requested a zone change to office commercial to allow exterior signage advertising its diverse community programs and generate revenue to maintain its historic building.
Zoning & Planning Committee - Jan 7, 2026
Toledo is considering official landmark status for both the Feilbach Building and the Stanwalt Building to protect their historic architectural character.
Related development
Viking Lodge Local Landmark Designation
Grants local historic protection to the building and assists the owner's efforts to secure rehabilitation tax credits.
Sacred Heart Catholic Church Landmark Designation
Places historic preservation restrictions on the exterior of the church building, requiring public commission review for alterations or demolition.
Good Shepherd Catholic Church Landmark Designation
Places historic preservation oversight on the exterior of the church structure.
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