Aug 13, 2026BoardMeeting
BoardHistoric District Commission Approved Minutes
The commission reviewed several public hearings regarding Certificates of Appropriateness, including decisions on fence and dumpster enclosures, removal of window shutters and storm doors, modifications to front porches, window and door replacements, and gutter/downspout improvements with rain barrel installations. Additionally, the commission discussed drafting a letter in support of the Michigan State Historic Preservation Network's opposition to revisions to Section 106, addressed concerns regarding the appropriateness of painting brick buildings, and received a staff request for feedback on increasing fees for work performed without approval.