Preservation Commission Meeting 4-14-2026

The City of Evanston Preservation Commission held a meeting on April 14, 2026, primarily to review and deliberate on a certificate of appropriateness application for a single-story addition and open deck to a historic residence. The architect presented detailed plans emphasizing the addition's compatibility with the existing historic structure, including matching materials, proportions, and rooflines. Commissioners discussed specific design elements such as the eyebrow window feature, awning clearance, and volumetric renderings, expressing concerns about the effectiveness of certain architectural details and requesting additional three-dimensional perspectives to better understand the addition's impact. The commission voted to continue the application to the May meeting to allow for revised renderings and further study of the eyebrow feature. No contract awards, budget allocations, or procurement decisions were made during this meeting.