Historic District Commission Meeting: March 25, 2026

The Gaithersburg Historic District Commission held its meeting on March 25, 2026, where key procurement-related discussions focused on historic preservation projects within the district. The commission reviewed and approved a historic area work permit application (HIS-13000-2026) for replacing fire-damaged wooden windows and exterior doors at 10 Brooks Avenue with aluminum-clad wood windows that match the original style, at an estimated cost of $120,000. Conditions were set to ensure the front door remains wooden or fiberglass with divided lights to maintain historical accuracy. Additionally, two historic tax credit certifications were approved: one for $4,662.50 for window reglazing, gutter guard installation, and porch repairs at 7 Brooks Avenue, and another for $15,972 for roof and siding repairs at a contributing property in the district. The commission also discussed ongoing administrative approvals and upcoming site visits for updated architectural surveys. No new contracts or vendor selections were directly awarded during the meeting, but the approvals support ongoing restoration and preservation efforts involving contractors and property owners.