Historic Preservation Commission Special Meeting of April 6, 2026

The City of Staunton, Virginia Historic Preservation Commission held a special meeting on April 6, 2026, primarily to review and approve certificates of appropriateness for various historic property modifications. Key procurement-related discussions included approval for the installation of solar panels at 15 West Beverly Street, with specific guidelines to minimize visibility and impact on historic materials. Another significant approval was for the replacement of a metal roof and wooden shingles at 116 North Madison Street, emphasizing traditional materials and construction methods. The commission also approved a project at Trinity Church involving the construction of an ADA-compliant ramp and signage to improve accessibility, with careful consideration of historic preservation and archaeological monitoring. Lastly, the commission approved the removal and replacement of a deteriorating concrete sidewalk at the Cabell Log House to address moisture issues affecting the foundation. These approvals involved adherence to local historic preservation guidelines and coordination with state historic resources authorities, with some projects supported by grant funding totaling over $1.3 million. No direct contract awards or vendor selections were detailed, but the meeting focused on project approvals that will likely lead to future procurement and contracting activities for restoration and construction work.