Design Review Board Meeting September 1, 2026

The City of Aiken Design Review Board held a meeting on September 1, 2026, focusing on historic property designations and exterior alteration approvals within the city's historic overlay districts. Key procurement-related discussions included approval of exterior renovations such as roof replacement with composite cedar shingles, fence replacement, and garage door replacement on contributing historic properties. The board also reviewed and approved a siding replacement project involving vinyl materials despite some opposition due to preservation guidelines. A significant agenda item was the approval of relocating the historic Friendship Baptist Church parsonage to an adjacent lot to enable construction of a new multipurpose facility. The board considered public input on the historic and community significance of the parsonage, structural concerns, and preservation alternatives. Ultimately, the board approved the relocation, emphasizing preservation of the building's character and supporting the church's growth and community service plans. No direct contract awards or vendor selections were discussed, but the meeting involved decisions that could lead to future procurement related to construction and restoration projects.