# Historical Commission 10-20-2026

The Barnstable Historical Commission held public hearings on October 20, 2026, concerning demolition and alteration applications. For 46 Washington Avenue, Hyannis, the Commission voted against designating the 1900 dwelling a preferably preserved building, then unanimously found its full demolition not detrimental and imposed no demolition delay. Members also discussed whether to refer the case to the Cape Cod Commission; the building commissioner indicated a referral might still be required during permitting. At 8 Newton Avenue, Hyannis, the Commission unanimously found proposed partial demolition and roof work not detrimental, with no delay imposed. For 67 Park Street, the Cape Cod Hospital site, commissioners unanimously found full demolition not detrimental and imposed no delay; the hospital described the building as unsafe and uninhabitable, and said future use of the site had not been definitively planned. At 510 Main Street, Centerville, a proposal to alter an addition was unanimously found not detrimental, with no delay imposed. A further Cotuit application concerning a breezeway and garage was discussed, but the transcript does not capture a final decision.

No procurement activity, contract awards, or purchasing decisions were identified. The Commission also approved its 2027 meeting calendar; approval of meeting minutes was deferred because they were not yet posted.

**Jurisdictions:** sled
**Published:** October 20, 2026

### Sources
- [Historical Commission 10-20-2026](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=akWlBIowuO0) - Barnstable Government Access