August MHAC Meeting

The City of Cambridge Municipal Heritage Advisory Committee (MHAC) held a meeting on August 21, 2026, focusing primarily on heritage permit applications and heritage grant requests for various designated properties within the city. The committee reviewed and approved multiple heritage permit applications, including exterior alterations and signage at 43 Main Street, and several heritage grant requests for restoration and maintenance work on historic properties such as 20 Old Mill Road, 465 King Street East, 45 Fraser Street, 50 Langdon Drive, and 34 Salisbury Avenue. Each grant was recommended for up to half the eligible costs, not exceeding $7,500, with conditions requiring completion by November 1, 2026, and inspection by heritage planning staff. Additionally, the committee supported the designation of 15 Albert Street under the Ontario Heritage Act and endorsed further council review of 318 G Avenue for potential heritage designation. The meeting also included discussion on the ongoing Forbes Tower relocation project, specifically regarding the choice of roofing color, with committee members providing input on heritage-appropriate options. Overall, the meeting emphasized preservation efforts, budget considerations for heritage grants, and community engagement in heritage conservation.