City of West Linn Historic Review Board Meeting

The City of West Linn Historic Review Board held a meeting on July 13, 2026, primarily focused on a quasi-judicial hearing regarding application HRD25-03. The application involved converting the historic Britain barn located at 1225 13th Street into a habitable accessory dwelling unit with a 320 square foot addition. Staff presented the project details, including preservation efforts and compliance with historic district codes, and recommended approval with conditions related to exterior lighting and final planning review. The applicant and community members provided testimony supporting the preservation and adaptive reuse of the barn. After deliberations, the board voted 5-1 to approve the application with staff conditions. The meeting also included updates on the Bolton Primary School's National Register nomination and scheduling considerations for future historic design reviews. No direct contract awards or procurement actions were discussed.