Overview: The Minneapolis Heritage Preservation Commission’s recent meeting focused primarily on the proposed comprehensive revisions to Chapter 599 of the local preservation ordinance, a update that aims to streamline processes and address evolving preservation practices. The ordinance, which has not seen updates since 2001, is set to undergo substantial changes, including the consolidation of administrative preservation applications and updates to the application process for demolition of designated properties. The meeting also highlighted discussions on the role of the Planning Director and the nomination process for historic resources.