Former Mayor Webb's home earns landmark status

State of play: The Denver City Council voted unanimously Monday night to approve the designation, adding the American Foursquare-style residence to the more than 350 individual landmarks across the city.

• Local preservation nonprofit Historic Denver submitted the designation application with backing from the Webb family.

Between the lines: Built in 1902, the Webbs' Whittier neighborhood home met three of the 10 criteria for landmark eligibility, including its association with influential people, architectural significance and connection to social movements.

• The house became a local hub for civil rights activism, helping expand Black representation and hosting local, state and national leaders, according to city documents.

Zoom out: The Webbs purchased the home at 2329 N. Gaylord St. in 1971 and remain its owners.