Hello, Homewood! The historic Pink House is in desperate need of repair, and the Mobleys are ready to fix it up to make it safe and give the property the care that it deserves. However, renovation efforts must be carried out with extreme care. Due to the fragile nature of the materials originally used to build the structure, attempting drastic changes to the footprint of the Pink House could cause further damage.
On June 3, 2021, Clayton and Rachel Mobley, Homewood residents and owners of Homewood’s historic Pink House, presented a proposal to the Board of Zoning Adjustments (BZA) in its public meeting regarding a plan to restore the Pink House and simultaneously build an addition that will make the home a viable single-family residence. The addition will create a desirable home with more space, function and modern comforts (such as central heating and air) while still preserving the historic aesthetic of the property as a whole.
In order to move forward with these plans, two variances needed to be approved by the BZA: a height variance and a pool variance. After a very informative and heartfelt proposal from both the Mobleys and supportive members of the Homewood community, the Mobleys were denied permission by the BZA in a 3-2 vote to move forward with said plans. While the BZA may still, on its own initiative, make a motion at the next meeting to reconsider our variance requests, after consultation with the City of Homewood and our legal counsel, the most realistic next step available to us is to file an appeal to Circuit Court. This is, in effect, a lawsuit with the City of Homewood.
While filing a lawsuit against the City of Homewood was not something the Mobleys ever envisioned would be part of the planning process when they began this journey, this action is one of the only options left that would allow them to move forward with the plans they’ve carefully made for the Pink House property. Accordingly, they have filed the appeal with the Circuit Court. It’s important for the community to know that the Mobleys harbor no ill will or resentment for the members of the BZA, City Council, or City Staff. They are simply very passionate about their dream to secure the Pink House’s future in a way that is also feasible for their family and the community.
To show your support for the Pink House and the Mobleys, please e-mail, text, call or write a letter to your Homewood City Council representative urging them to act to enable the Mobleys to move forward with the preservation of the Pink House. We appreciate you and your time towards these efforts.
Below is the suggested letter that can be sent as well as a list of city officials and their contact information:
TEMPLATE FOR LETTERS OF SUPPORT TO CITY OFFICIALS:
TO: Mayor McClusky and the Homewood City Council:
I am one of many Homewood residents who are in complete support of the Mobleys’ plans to restore and preserve the historic Homewood Pink House. I am urging you as our elected officials to listen to the devoted members of the Homewood community and act on behalf of your constituents who overwhelmingly support the Mobleys’ future plans.
We have an opportunity to show, as a community and as a city, that we value historic preservation and positive change. Please allow the Mobleys to invest in both their future and Homewood’s history by swiftly acting to allow their plans to proceed. As a Homewood resident, I would be grateful for the opportunity to discuss this with you further.
Sincerely,
NAME
ADDRESS
HOMEWOOD MAYOR’S OFFICE & CITY COUNCIL
Patrick McClusky, Mayor - [email protected]
Alex Wyatt, City Council President - [email protected]
HOMEWOOD CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS
Ward 1, Place 1 Andy Gwaltney - [email protected] - 205-540-8566
Ward 1, Place 2 Melanie Geer - [email protected] - 205-529-4359
Ward 2, Place 1 Carlos Aleman - [email protected] - 205-440-8020
Ward 2, Place 2 Andrew Wolverton - [email protected] - 205-530-3483
Ward 3, Place 1 Nick Sims - [email protected] - 205-821-9917
Ward 3, Place 2 Walter Jones - [email protected] - 205-910-8501
Ward 4, Place 1 Barry Smith - [email protected] - 205-335-0741
Ward 4, Place 2 Jalete Nelms - [email protected] - 205-332-6820
Ward 5, Place 1 Jennifer Andress - [email protected] - 205-585-5239
Ward 5, Place 2 John Hardin - [email protected]
**Photo by Erin Nelson
Updates
June 7, 2021
The momentum behind this effort has shifted in a way that signals how much the preservation of the Pink House matters to this community. This support provides a necessary foundation as we prepare our next steps with the Board of Zoning Adjustments.
Reached 100 supporters
June 7, 2021
65 Comments
I live at 1711 Ridge Road and walk/jog by the pink house often. This family has tried very hard to conform to Homewood’s ordinances and I believe their plan should be approved.
I've seen many variances granted for what seems like no good reason. This family has put in alot of money and effort to preserve this house and fit in with the neighborhood. Please consider what rich history this brings to Homewood and what a shame it would be to tear it down, which is what anyone else would do to it.
Please save this wonderful piece of history! The town I live in was ravaged by a tornado years ago. It took away many of our historic homes and landmarks so don’t tear yours down willingly. I’ve followed the history and bits of progress via Instagram. Please give this family a chance to save this amazing home. Thank you.
I’m so happy the Mobleys are preserving the integrity of the Pink House and garden. I used to wander the gardens when I was a student at Edgewood a million years ago. A true Homewood gem will be saved! ❤️
I have lived on Edgewood Boulevard for 32 years. I am so appreciative of all the amazing planning the Mobleys have done inorder to preserve the historic integrity of The Pink House.
I support u. Whatever we need to do to see this through.
Please, BZA members reconsider this plan and give it your stamp of approval.
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Hello, Homewood! The historic Pink House is in desperate need of repair, and the Mobleys are ready to fix it up to make it safe and give the property the care that it deserves. However, renovation efforts must be carried out with extreme care. Due to the fragile nature of the materials originally used to build the structure, attempting drastic changes to the footprint of the Pink House could cause further damage.
On June 3, 2021, Clayton and Rachel Mobley, Homewood residents and owners of Homewood’s historic Pink House, presented a proposal to the Board of Zoning Adjustments (BZA) in its public meeting regarding a plan to restore the Pink House and simultaneously build an addition that will make the home a viable single-family residence. The addition will create a desirable home with more space, function and modern comforts (such as central heating and air) while still preserving the historic aesthetic of the property as a whole.
In order to move forward with these plans, two variances needed to be approved by the BZA: a height variance and a pool variance. After a very informative and heartfelt proposal from both the Mobleys and supportive members of the Homewood community, the Mobleys were denied permission by the BZA in a 3-2 vote to move forward with said plans. While the BZA may still, on its own initiative, make a motion at the next meeting to reconsider our variance requests, after consultation with the City of Homewood and our legal counsel, the most realistic next step available to us is to file an appeal to Circuit Court. This is, in effect, a lawsuit with the City of Homewood.
While filing a lawsuit against the City of Homewood was not something the Mobleys ever envisioned would be part of the planning process when they began this journey, this action is one of the only options left that would allow them to move forward with the plans they’ve carefully made for the Pink House property. Accordingly, they have filed the appeal with the Circuit Court. It’s important for the community to know that the Mobleys harbor no ill will or resentment for the members of the BZA, City Council, or City Staff. They are simply very passionate about their dream to secure the Pink House’s future in a way that is also feasible for their family and the community.
To show your support for the Pink House and the Mobleys, please e-mail, text, call or write a letter to your Homewood City Council representative urging them to act to enable the Mobleys to move forward with the preservation of the Pink House. We appreciate you and your time towards these efforts.
Below is the suggested letter that can be sent as well as a list of city officials and their contact information:
TEMPLATE FOR LETTERS OF SUPPORT TO CITY OFFICIALS:
TO: Mayor McClusky and the Homewood City Council:
I am one of many Homewood residents who are in complete support of the Mobleys’ plans to restore and preserve the historic Homewood Pink House. I am urging you as our elected officials to listen to the devoted members of the Homewood community and act on behalf of your constituents who overwhelmingly support the Mobleys’ future plans.
We have an opportunity to show, as a community and as a city, that we value historic preservation and positive change. Please allow the Mobleys to invest in both their future and Homewood’s history by swiftly acting to allow their plans to proceed. As a Homewood resident, I would be grateful for the opportunity to discuss this with you further.
Sincerely,
NAME
ADDRESS
HOMEWOOD MAYOR’S OFFICE & CITY COUNCIL
Patrick McClusky, Mayor - [email protected]
Alex Wyatt, City Council President - [email protected]
HOMEWOOD CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS
Ward 1, Place 1 Andy Gwaltney - [email protected] - 205-540-8566
Ward 1, Place 2 Melanie Geer - [email protected] - 205-529-4359
Ward 2, Place 1 Carlos Aleman - [email protected] - 205-440-8020
Ward 2, Place 2 Andrew Wolverton - [email protected] - 205-530-3483
Ward 3, Place 1 Nick Sims - [email protected] - 205-821-9917
Ward 3, Place 2 Walter Jones - [email protected] - 205-910-8501
Ward 4, Place 1 Barry Smith - [email protected] - 205-335-0741
Ward 4, Place 2 Jalete Nelms - [email protected] - 205-332-6820
Ward 5, Place 1 Jennifer Andress - [email protected] - 205-585-5239
Ward 5, Place 2 John Hardin - [email protected]
**Photo by Erin Nelson
Updates
June 7, 2021
The momentum behind this effort has shifted in a way that signals how much the preservation of the Pink House matters to this community. This support provides a necessary foundation as we prepare our next steps with the Board of Zoning Adjustments.
Reached 100 supporters
June 7, 2021
65 Comments
This house must be saved! Please issue the variances. The Mobley's have already spent a ton of money & jumped through every hoop placed before them. The pool, nor the addition, will barely be visible. If their neighbor's don't have a problem with it, the variances should be approved!!
I live at 1711 Ridge Road and walk/jog by the pink house often. This family has tried very hard to conform to Homewood’s ordinances and I believe their plan should be approved.
I've seen many variances granted for what seems like no good reason. This family has put in alot of money and effort to preserve this house and fit in with the neighborhood. Please consider what rich history this brings to Homewood and what a shame it would be to tear it down, which is what anyone else would do to it.
Please save this wonderful piece of history! The town I live in was ravaged by a tornado years ago. It took away many of our historic homes and landmarks so don’t tear yours down willingly. I’ve followed the history and bits of progress via Instagram. Please give this family a chance to save this amazing home. Thank you.
I’m so happy the Mobleys are preserving the integrity of the Pink House and garden. I used to wander the gardens when I was a student at Edgewood a million years ago. A true Homewood gem will be saved! ❤️
I have lived on Edgewood Boulevard for 32 years. I am so appreciative of all the amazing planning the Mobleys have done inorder to preserve the historic integrity of The Pink House.
I support u. Whatever we need to do to see this through.
Please, BZA members reconsider this plan and give it your stamp of approval.
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This house must be saved! Please issue the variances. The Mobley's have already spent a ton of money & jumped through every hoop placed before them. The pool, nor the addition, will barely be visible. If their neighbor's don't have a problem with it, the variances should be approved!!