Lancaster public meetings in 2023
9 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Historic Lancaster Commission
The Commission will review a signage application for 221 S. Broad St. and revisit a tabled decision regarding lighting at 201 W. Main St. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding feedback for trainings.
- Signage application for 221 S. Broad St.
- Approval of lights at 201 W. Main St. (tabled from 10.18.23)
- Discussion regarding training feedback
Historic Lancaster Commission
The Commission will review several Certificate of Appropriateness applications regarding signage, masonry, and entrances. The meeting also includes an update on 130 Union St. and an administrative approval for shingle replacement.
- Signage review for 130 E. Chestnut St.
- Doors, entrances, signage, and lighting review for 201 W. Main St.
- Masonry, retaining wall, and fencing review for 131 N. High St.
- No action on 130 Union St.
- Shingle replacement approval for 125 E. Wheeling St.
Historic Lancaster Commission
The Commission will review several Certificate of Appropriateness applications regarding exterior improvements. The meeting includes discussions on siding, color, and exterior modifications for various properties.
- CA-00452: 144 King St. siding and soffits
- CA-00453: 157 W. Main St. color change
- CA-00454: 219 N. Columbus St. exterior improvements
- CA-00455: 207 S. Broad St. exterior improvements
- CA-00426: 130 Union St. demolition (tabled)
Safety Committee
The committee reviewed updates regarding fire and police department budgets, staffing, and equipment. Discussions included structural repairs for Engine House 1 and the introduction of legislation to fund land for a new fire station.
- Legislation introduced to fund $86,000 for land on the west side for a new fire station
- Second reading of legislation to purchase 4 new police cruisers
- Proposed structural repairs for Engine House 1 including basement supports and a retaining wall
- Implementation of a no-cost online fire safety inspection system by Brycer
- Plan to add 3 people to the police community policing services unit
Historic Lancaster Commission
The Commission will review several Certificate of Appropriateness applications regarding building exteriors. Items include requests for signage, roof replacements, and structural improvements at various local addresses.
- Signage requests for 202 N. Memorial Dr., 213 S. Broad St., and 402 N. Broad St.
- Roof, gutter, and downspout replacements for 108 N. High St. and 135 W. Chestnut St.
- Roof replacement for 151 N. Chestnut St.
- Fencing and concrete work at 218 E. Wheeling St.
- Color, garage, outbuilding, and roof changes at 135 King St.
Historic Lancaster Commission
The Commission will review several Certificate of Appropriateness applications for exterior modifications. These include siding, roofing, window replacements, and landscaping features at various locations.
- CA-00440: Siding, roofs, and entrances at 0 W. Wheeling St.
- CA-00441: Roof repair and window replacement at 240 Union St.
- CA-00442: Concrete patio and decorative fence at 416 N. Columbus St.
- Informational item regarding 300-304 N. Columbus St.
Historic Lancaster Commission
The Commission will review several Certificate of Appropriateness applications regarding exterior changes to historic properties. These requests include signage, roofing, fencing, and one demolition request. The meeting also includes informational items regarding district boundaries and mailings.
- Demolition request for 219 W. Mulberry St.
- Exterior improvements for 211-219 S. Broad St.
- Color, signage, and door changes for 123-129 W. Walnut St.
- New roof requests for 129 W. Chestnut St. and 129 S. High St.
- Signage and awning requests for 144 E. Main St. and 116 N. Columbus St. Unit D
Historic Lancaster Commission
The Commission will review several applications regarding property modifications, including roofs, signage, and fences. These items involve various locations throughout Lancaster to ensure compliance with historic standards.
- Roof work at 135 W Main St.
- Parking lot rehabilitation at 130 S. Broad St. & 119-123 E. Chestnut
- Doors, entrances, and signage at 316 N Columbus St.
- Signage at 136 E. Main St., 162 E. Main St., and 209 W. Wheeling St.
- Pool and fence at 739 Lincoln Ave.
Historic Lancaster Commission
The Commission will review several Certificate of Appropriateness requests regarding signage, doors, and entrances. The meeting also includes an informational update on the new zoning code.
- Signage review for 110 King St.
- Doors and entrances review for 134 S. Columbus St.
- Signage and awnings review for 118/120 E. Main St.
- Administrative approvals for foundation repair at 219 N Broad St.
- New Zoning Code Update presentation by Holly Mattei