Summary
The board is considering creating a new historic district covering ten properties on Washington and Ellicott Streets. If established, exterior changes to those buildings would need preservation review going forward.
At a glance
- Total mentions
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- Last 30 days
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Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 29, 2026.
Impact analysis
Designation could open state and federal historic tax credits for rehab work, but adds review requirements for exterior changes.
Owners and preservation advocates who want the neighborhood's historic character protected — and owners who could tap tax credits.
Owners who prefer fewer restrictions on exterior alterations within the proposed district.
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