HPC Meeting Date: September 2, 2026
To: Members of the Heritage Preservation Commission
From: Mathias Hughey, AICP, Interim City Planner
Title
Staff Updates.
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Action Requested:
Staff provide updates to the Heritage Preservation Commission.
Summary Report:
City Council & Board/Commission Updates
- The upcoming agenda items list is attached for reference.
- The meeting schedule for the year is attached.
Zoning Code Update & Redesign
- The Zoning Policy Advisory Committee (ZPAC) met to review the preliminary recommendations report from Houseal Lavigne regarding the zoning code update. The report will be available on the project website soon.
- Zoning Code Update website is attached! Updates will be posted throughout the project.
Planning Applications & Related Updates
- See the hyperlink in the attachments for the City's Development Map.
- Staff continue to work with Post Consumer Brands on the Ames Mill Dam. The main discussion includes timeline of transferring ownership of the dam. The dam is part of our Downtown Historic District, so a certificate of appropriateness and Section 106 review will be required.
Minor COA Updates
- A minor COA was approved for painting and signage at 19 Bridge Sq. (the Chamber of Commerce), see attached.
- A minor COA was approved for replacing an upper-story rear window at 304 Water St. (the Eagles' Club). The replaced window was not original, see attached.
- A minor COA was approved for replacing several upper-story windows at 419 Division St. (Lockwod Opera House) the windows are not visible from the right-of-way. See attached.
Training Opportunities
- The Maryland Department of Planning has free webinars on a variety of topics. Please see the link in the attachments to view and/or subscribe.
- The National Alliance for Preservation Commissions (NAPC) has webinars related to historic preservation. The city is a member and can share webinar links if there is interest.
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