Bloomington Historic Preservation Commission, November 12, 2026

The City of Bloomington Historic Preservation Commission met on November 12, 2026. Staff presented approved certificates of appropriateness for exterior work at several historic properties, including siding and window changes, a backyard fence, deck alterations, and rooftop solar installations. The Commission approved COA 2690 for a rear addition and fenestration changes at 927 West 6th Street. No public contracts, vendor selections, purchasing decisions, or government spending allocations were identified.

The Commission considered several demolition-delay cases. It voted 4–1 to request 30 additional days from the HAND director for further research on properties at 3031 South Grant Street, 503 North Grant Street, and 509 North Grant Street. It released the demolition delays for 425 North Roosevelt Street and 121 South Jefferson Street; the latter passed 5–0. The Commission also heard an informational presentation on a proposed accessibility-focused addition to Bloomington Reformed Presbyterian Church, with no formal action taken. Members discussed a city process requiring council approval of board and commission subcommittees, including the Historic District Subcommittee. No procurement activity was identified.