DALLAS- Preservationists are concerned about the impending demolition of the historic mansion in Highland Park that belonged to the late Dallas industrialist Edwin L. Cox.
Constructed more than a century ago, the property was sold to billionaire banker Andrew Beal in November 2021 for $41 million. Beal apparently obtained financing for the purchase.
The property is a vital element of Dallas's architectural heritage, and the choice to preserve it has angered and confused many who support it.
The mansion, commonly known as the Cox Mansion, is located at the intersection of Preston and Beverly Drive.
After months of renovations, the historic Park Cities estate was suddenly demolished this week, leaving nothing but ruins in its place.
The house was created in 1916 for Albert T. by the architectural company Hubbell & Greene & Lloyd Susie Rose Youree. The estate was a marvel, with a third-floor ballroom and an entryway with a stained-glass ceiling.
Cox was well-known for his contributions to the Dallas community and his amazing art collection, which sold for $332 million at a recent auction.
Cox passed away in 2020 at the age of 99. Built in a stately Victorian style with elaborate architectural embellishments, the palace has served as a landmark in the area for generations.
Preservationists have expressed their disapproval, pointing out that the mansion was an important part of Dallas's architectural heritage.
The lack of historical designations in Highland Park is said to have led to the destruction of important buildings, such as the Cox Mansion, as property rights trump preservation efforts.
In order to save these landmarks going forward, community organizers are now pushing for the creation of preservation laws.
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