The Council explains on its Web site that early tall buildings were generally measured from the ground floor to the top of the building, not including flagpoles.
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Since replacing Mr Purcell on June 30th, Mr Mack has made a triumphant tour of his domain, includingthe trading floor and the headquarters of the retail brokerage.
In the process, they retained some original details, includingthe herringbone floor and chimney with coal stove in the kitchen Ms. Sackman's favorite part of the house.
In deference to the historical nature of the home, the Pattersons preserved several elements of the original structure, includingthe Cuban tile floor in the living room and a limestone fireplace in the dining area.