- NJ
- Essex County
- 4/25/24
- 04/25/2024
- 161 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Montclair Town Historical Preservation Commission’s recent meeting centered around the discussion of proposed renovations to the historic Bellevue Theater, addressing the balance between modern updates and preserving the building’s historical integrity. With no members of the public in attendance to comment, the commission focused on the nuances of the theater’s planned changes, which included the addition of retail storefronts, exterior lighting, a masonry enclosure for a trash dumpster, and a potential mural—all within the context of the historic district’s regulations.
- FL
- Hillsborough County
- 4/24/24
- 04/24/2024
- 27 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In an effort to bolster its commitment to historical preservation, the Temple Terrace Historic Preservation Board discussed several significant initiatives during their recent meeting. The board is gearing up for National Historic Preservation Month with plans to issue a proclamation on May 7th, embracing the theme “people saving places.” Furthermore, the board has made strides in improving accessibility to historic preservation resources for residents by launching a dedicated tab on the city’s website.
- NJ
- Middlesex County
- 4/16/24
- 04/16/2024
- 68 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Cranbury Historic Preservation Commission recently approved an application from the First Presbyterian Church to install protective window covers on their historic wood windows, amidst broader discussions on the historic district’s future and signage updates. The approved window covers aim to preserve the church’s historic windows while addressing energy costs and draftiness, though the decision came with concerns about the potential impact on the original windows and aesthetic implications.
- MA
- Bristol County
- 4/16/24
- 04/17/2024
- 74 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The most recent Fall River Historical Commission meeting was marked by discussions on the future of the Bank Street Armory and updates on several historic tax credit applications. The commission addressed the pending transfer of the Bank Street Armory from the park board to the historical commission. Additionally, the meeting involved detailed deliberations over requests for certificates of appropriateness for changes to historically significant properties, and updates on the status of historic tax credit applications for various local projects.
- MA
- Barnstable County
- 4/16/24
- 04/16/2024
- 48 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Chatham Historical Commission’s meeting on April 16, 2024, saw discussions on decisions regarding the preservation and modernization of historic properties were deliberated. Two properties, in particular, were the focus of discussion: the Elisha Burr House on Old Harbor Road and the Barzilla Hardy house on Water Street, both renowned for their historical significance.