Massell Weighs in on Randolph-Lucas House
The Buckhead Coalition President wants the house to be used as an 'Atlanta Mayor’s Mansion' for ceremonial events.
Former Atlanta Mayor and Buckhead Coalition President Sam Massell sent a letter on Friday to Hakim Hilliard, attorney for the 2500 Peachtree Condominium Association, suggesting a way to preserve the historic Buckhead Randolph-Lucas House, which is facing a possible demolition, and appease the condo owners at the same time. Here, in full, is the text of Massell’s letter to the McKenna, Long and Aldridge attorney, which was also sent to Buckhead Patch: “Although I am a Board Member of the Buckhead Heritage Society, I’m writing this in my capacity as President of the Buckhead Coalition, which serves as somewhat like the Chamber of Commerce for the Community. It happens I’m also a resident of Peachtree Heights West. “I have not had a formal …
Bill Lowe
6:03 pm on Monday, June 25, 2012
That house was moved and preserved when 2500 Peachtree was under construction. I believe there was some sort of agreement that the house was not to be destroyed as a part of the land deal. It was a historic house then and still is. Any use of the structure that allows it to remain in its current location would be nice to see. It is not a bad looking house and certainly would not need to be made … more ›