Historic Preservation Board Meeting | July 28, 2026

The Historic Preservation Board meeting held on July 28, 2026, focused primarily on a significant case involving the exterior renovation of a historic bungalow located at 421 51st Street in the Northwood Harbor Historic District. The board reviewed a request to replace the deteriorated original wood clapboard siding with either an 8-inch stucco lap siding or a 6-inch Hardy board siding. After detailed presentations by the applicant and staff, including structural concerns and historic preservation standards, the board expressed preference for the Hardy board as a suitable compromise that preserves the historic character while addressing durability. The board approved the application with the condition that the replacement siding be Hardy board with a 6-inch exposure, emphasizing preservation of original materials where feasible. No other procurement or budgetary matters were discussed during the meeting.