Glen Ellyn officials are being spurred to make some decisions about preserving the historic Yalding House, built in 1864 by Jonathan Yalding, who is credited with establishing one of the first churches in the village.
The builder who wants to tear down the home at 594 Hillside Ave. applied for a demolition permit last week. Mike Feldmann, owner of Whitney M. Christopher Corp., wants to build a custom home on the site to maximize the value of the property for his mother, Marie Feldmann. Mike Feldmann grew up in the Yalding House, which he said needs extensive work.
The demolition permit requires the final signature of Gary Webster, village administrator. Webster’s assistant, David Cox, said Webster is “planning to hold off on signing the permit so the community has time to decide the future of the house.”
This week, discussions will begin with the Park District and historical society about moving and restoring the house.
