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Establishment of Hospital Hill Historic District

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.

1 mention (1 this month)Last discussed Oct 29, 2026

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Special Use Permits for Local Businesses

The committee held a public hearing and recommended denying a special use permit to convert a residential property into an Islamic center and assembly space. Neighbors and the district council member cited concerns over parking, traffic congestion, and residential scale.

4 mentions (3 this month)Last discussed Oct 6, 2026