Historic Preservation Commission Meeting of May 14, 2026

The City of Iowa City's Historic Preservation Commission met on May 14, 2026, to review several historic preservation matters, including the nomination of the Iowa City Municipal Airport Terminal for listing on the National Register of Historic Places. The commission discussed the architectural significance and integrity of the 1953 terminal building, designed by Henry Fisk, and voted to recommend its eligibility for the National Register under Criterion C as an excellent example of post-World War II modern movement architecture. Additionally, the commission reviewed and approved a certificate of appropriateness for roof replacement and trim repairs at 25 North Van Beern Street, and granted an exception to guidelines to allow an attached garage at 404 Brown Street due to unique site conditions. The meeting also included reports on minor certificates issued for repairs and new garage construction in various historic districts, approval of previous meeting minutes, and announcements about upcoming educational events related to historic preservation. No direct procurement or contracting decisions were made during this meeting.