New Bern Historic Preservation Commission Meeting August 19, 2026

The New Bern Historic Preservation Commission held a meeting on August 19, 2026, primarily focused on reviewing a Certificate of Appropriateness (COA) application for a patio roof addition at 205 King Street, a contributing historic property. The commission discussed design standards, structural details, and material requirements, including the use of standing seam metal roofing and architectural embellishments to match the primary structure. The COA application was approved with conditions requiring the applicant to submit final design details for staff approval before construction. Additionally, the commission discussed the upcoming procurement of a consultant via an RFP process to update the National Register documentation for the Riverside Historic District, with a project budget of $40,000 and a completion deadline by February 2028. The meeting also included announcements about a historic preservation awards program and an educational event on tax credits and contractor engagement for historic property owners.