A citizens group seeking to block demolition of the iconic Masonic Home of Des Moines is moving forward with an appeal in King County Superior Court, and is asking supporters for financial help as the case enters a critical stage.
Lloyd E. Lytle Jr., president of Citizens for the Protection of Des Moines Historic Resources, said the group has secured legal representation and has a court date scheduled for June 2026 after earlier setbacks threatened to derail the appeal.
“In November, we wrapped up our Hearing Examination at the City of Des Moines, appealing the Cities’ decision to issue a demolition permit for the Masonic Home,” Lytle wrote in an update dated Feb. 7, 2026…