Town of Bluffton Historic Preservation Commission Meeting, June 3rd, 2026 at 6:00 PM

The Town of Bluffton Historic Preservation Commission held a meeting on June 3, 2026, primarily focused on reviewing a Certificate of Appropriateness (COA) for a new residential construction at 95 Green Street. The discussion centered on architectural details, materials, and compliance with the Unified Development Ordinance (UDO), including concerns about massing, siding types, chimney caps, and preservation of a large oak tree on the site. Staff provided recommendations and clarifications on design elements, and the commission discussed potential conditions such as tree protection fencing and material substitutions. Additionally, the commission reviewed proposed amendments to streamline demolition procedures for non-contributing resources and discussed ongoing updates to the Old Town Master Plan. No contract awards or procurement decisions were made during this meeting. The commission also noted upcoming continuing education requirements for members to maintain certified local government status.