Historic Fair Haven House Demolition Approved by Preservation Commission

Overview: In a development at the Fair Haven Historic Preservation Commission meeting, a unanimous decision was made to approve the demolition of a structure located on Fair Haven Road, within the historic district. The Borough of Fair Haven, having acquired the property through various funding sources including a county open space grant, sought approval from the commission and the New Jersey State Historic Preservation Office. An environmental scientist’s report, which assessed the condition of the house and its non-contributory historical significance, played a key role in the commission’s deliberation process.

Fair Haven Historic Commission Approves Key Building Applications

Overview: At the recent Fair Haven Historic Preservation Commission meeting, multiple applications for building renovations and additions were reviewed and approved. Key approvals included the rebuilding of a chimney on Normandy Avenue and a second-floor addition on River Road, with discussions emphasizing material consistency and design integration with the existing historical structures.

Fair Haven Commission Advances Historic Bicentennial Hall Plans

Overview: In a recent meeting of the Fair Haven Historic Preservation Commission, strides were made regarding the future of the Bicentennial Hall, alongside discussions on local business signage and updates from the Historic Association. The commission’s engagement with a professional planning group to create a strategic plan for Bicentennial Hall marked a development in the preservation and utilization of the historic building. This initiative, coupled with the approval of new business signage, emphasized the commission’s role in balancing the town’s historical integrity with its commercial vitality.

Fair Haven Historic Preservation Commission Approves Window, Siding, and Roofing Project on Historic Property

Overview: In a recent reorganization meeting, the Fair Haven Historic Preservation Commission tackled issues affecting the area’s historical integrity, focusing on property renovations and the preservation of local heritage. Highlighting the session, the Commission debated and approved an extensive renovation project for a historic property on Normandy Avenue. The meeting also touched on updates regarding the Batten Hall renovations, a stakeholder group’s involvement in the preservation of a historic school building, and the establishment of a house selection contest to promote preservation within the community.