Historic preservation in Georgia local government
What Georgia city councils, county boards and school districts are deciding about historic preservation — plain-English summaries written from official agendas and minutes, updated as meetings happen.
335 Georgia meetings since 2024 covered historic preservation. Counts are directional — coverage varies by place and platform.
Places in Georgia with the most historic preservation activity
- Kennesaw, GA (48)
- Roswell, GA (31)
- Clarkston, GA (27)
- Canton, GA (27)
- Athens, GA (20)
- Marietta, GA (16)
- Thomaston, GA (13)
- Jefferson, GA (12)
- Lawrenceville, GA (12)
- Avondale Estates, GA (11)
- Richmond Hill, GA (10)
- Rome, GA (9)
Latest matching meetings
Historic Preservation Commission reviews COA for 226 B Broad Street
The Historic Preservation Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a Certificate of Appropriateness application for property at 226 B Broad Street in the Between the Rivers Historic District. The agenda also includes approval of the April 2026 minutes and other routine procedural items.
Historic Preservation Commission to review four Certificates of Appropriateness
The commission will review four requests for Certificates of Appropriateness for properties in Monroe. The body will also consider the minutes from the June 23, 2026, meeting.
Historic Preservation Commission meeting cancelled
This meeting of the Kennesaw Historic Preservation Commission was cancelled. No decisions or discussions occurred.
Historic Preservation Commission meeting cancelled due to no agenda items
The Richmond Hill Historic Preservation Commission's regular meeting scheduled for July 16, 2026 at 2:30 p.m. was cancelled. The cancellation was due to a lack of agenda items. No decisions or discussions will take place at this meeting.
Commission to receive Clemsil Historic Resource Survey presentation
The Historic Preservation Commission will meet to review previous minutes and hear a presentation on the Clemsil Historic Resource Survey. No other specific decisions or ordinances are listed on the agenda.
Commission considers removing property from Historic District
The Historic Preservation Commission will meet to review a request to remove a property from the City of Winder Historic District. The body will also consider a request for new signage at a different property.
Commission to consider Certificate of Appropriateness for 507 Cleveland Ave
The Historic Preservation Commission will hold a public hearing on a Certificate of Appropriateness application for 507 Cleveland Avenue in the College Heights Historic District. The board will also approve the agenda and minutes from April 2026.
Commission to review six-story new construction at 290 W. Clayton St.
The Historic Preservation Commission will review several requests for Certificates of Appropriateness for renovations and new builds in historic districts. The body will also consider a full demolition request for a property on N. Billups St. and provide updates on the commission's strategic plan.
Atlanta Zoning Committee reviews multiple rezonings and a historic district overlay.
The Atlanta Zoning Committee is reviewing first and second readings on several land-use changes, including property rezonings, special use permits, and a new historic district designation. These items determine allowable building types, density limits, and development conditions for specific parcels across multiple…
Historic rehabilitation grant proposal for 2881 N. Main Street
The Kennesaw Downtown Development Authority will consider a historic rehabilitation grant for the property at 2881 N. Main Street and an inducement resolution for the same address. The board will also receive a financial report, approve open invoices, and hear a presentation on the Downtown Ambassador Program. Public…
Cemetery Preservation Commission meeting canceled
The meeting scheduled for July 9, 2026, was canceled. No decisions were made and no items were discussed.
Historic Preservation Commission to fill vacant seat and elect officers
The commission will consider filling a vacant seat (previously held by Len Sturkie) and elect officers for the coming year. They will also approve minutes from April and June meetings and receive announcements about the Statewide Historic Preservation Conference and PorchTales 2026.
Cultural Arts Commission discusses sculpture and utility box projects
The Commission will review updates on the Heritage Park at Waleska Street Bridge Sculpture Project, a Utility Box Project, and future sculpture projects. The meeting also includes preparations for a July 16 Board Presentation to Council.
Commission reviews two Certificates of Appropriateness for local properties
The Monroe Historic Preservation Commission will consider Certificate of Appropriateness #4631 for 321 N Broad Street and Certificate of Appropriateness #4639 for 239 Alcovy Street. The body will also approve the minutes from the April 28, 2026 meeting. No other business is listed.
HPC to consider deferring partial demolition plan for 1076 Canton Street
The Historic Preservation Commission will hold a public hearing on a certificate of appropriateness for 1076 Canton Street (Ball House/Founder's Hall) to allow temporary relocation of the structure for foundation reconstruction. Staff recommends deferring the application to the June HPC meeting. The commission will…
Rock House Preservation Advisory Committee meets July 7
The Rock House Preservation Advisory Committee will meet to discuss old and new business. The agenda includes updates on road projects and grant submittals.
American Battlefield Trust's Springbank & Fain property acquisition discussed
The Gordon County Historic Preservation Commission will review ongoing projects including Civil War Parks, the Arch Memorial Restoration, and the training budget for the new fiscal year. New business includes elections for Chair and Co-Chair and a discussion on the American Battlefield Trust's acquisition of…
Historic Preservation Commission reviews design requests and guideline updates
The Commission will consider several Certificate of Appropriateness design requests for local properties. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding proposed updates to the Historic District Design Guidelines.
HPC to vote on revised garage addition at 83 Dartmouth Ave
The Historic Preservation Commission will consider a revised project for a 1928 English Cottage at 83 Dartmouth Ave, including a garage renovation and driveway conversion. They will also review new applications for door and window replacements at 4 Lakeview Place and 54 Clarendon Avenue. The meeting will begin with…
Historic Board reviews HVAC at N PK Sq, signage at Church St, fireplace at Whitlock Ave
The Historic Board of Review will hold a public hearing on three requests for certificates of appropriateness: an HVAC change extension at 25 North Park Square, a signage proposal for Woody's Cheesesteaks at 95 Church Street, and an outdoor fireplace and paver extension at 57 Whitlock Avenue. The board will deliberate…
Historic Preservation Commission will consider COAA approvals
The commission will review and approve Certificate of Appropriateness Administrative (COAA) applications as recommended by city staff and the HPC chair. The meeting includes routine items such as minutes approval, financial report, and public comments. No decisions beyond the COAA approvals are indicated.
Island Planning Commission considers beach boardwalk and village preservation permits
The Islands Planning Commission will consider two development requests: a village preservation design review for demolishing a home and building two new houses on May Joe Street and Fish Fever Lane, and a conditional use permit for a new beach boardwalk at the King and Prince Hotel. A public hearing is scheduled for…
Atlanta Zoning Committee reviews multiple rezoning and special use permit requests
The committee will consider several ordinances for first and second readings. These items include historic district designations, residential rezonings, and special use permits for a truck terminal, a private club, and a place of worship.
Commission to fill vacant seat and elect officers
The Jefferson Historic Preservation Commission will recommend an appointee to fill the vacant seat previously held by Len Sturkie, elect officers for the coming year, and approve minutes from April and May 2026 meetings. The board will also receive announcements about the 2026 Statewide Historic Preservation…
Historic Preservation Commission to vote on demolition and new construction at 330 Barber St
The Historic Preservation Commission will vote on 10 Certificate of Appropriateness requests for alterations, additions, demolitions, and new construction in historic districts including Bloomfield, Boulevard, Milledge Ave, Downtown, Rutherford, Cobbham, and West Downtown. Items include a rear addition at 175 Wilcox…
Commission to review Heritage Trail Medallion applications
The Heritage Trail Medallion Commission will hold a meeting to review and discuss pending medallion applications. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda beyond approval of minutes and general discussion.
Cemetery Preservation Commission to review financial reports and project updates
The Cemetery Preservation Commission will meet to approve May 2026 meeting minutes and financial reports. The body will discuss updates regarding cemetery signage, a photo project, and an upcoming preservation workshop.
HPC to consider deferring partial demolition plan for 1076 Canton Street
The Historic Preservation Commission will vote on a deferral request for a Certificate of Appropriateness to temporarily relocate the historic Ball House at 1076 Canton Street for foundation work. Commissioners will also discuss an exterior renovation and new accessory structure at 1072 Alpharetta Street. The May 13…
COA #4460 for 122-126 S Broad Street up for decision
The Historic Preservation Commission will consider a Certificate of Appropriateness for 122-126 S Broad Street. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and routine procedural items.
HPC to consider deferring partial demolition plan for Ball House at 1076 Canton Street
The Historic Preservation Commission will hold a public hearing on a request to defer a previously filed Certificate of Appropriateness for a partial demolition plan at 1076 Canton Street (Ball House/Founder's Hall). The applicant proposes to lift and move the historic structure forward for two months to reconstruct…
HPC to review two certificates of appropriateness and discuss ordinance changes
The Historic Preservation Commission will decide on two Certificate of Appropriateness applications for 211 S. Center Street (BOSS) and 800 S. Church Street (Upson Historical Society). They will also discuss potential amendments to the HPC ordinance, recap Historic Preservation Month activities, and consider a new…
Events Committee reviews four event proposals including Bells Across America
The Kennesaw Events Committee is meeting to discuss and coordinate scheduling, staffing, and budgeting for upcoming special events. New business items include a Bells Across America ceremony, a Cemetery Cleanup Day, a Veterans Day observance, and a Cemetery Walking Tour, each with varying resource requests.
Committee discusses transferring historic properties to nonprofits
The Property Committee is discussing a model for transferring historic properties currently used by sole nonprofits (Prince Avenue Fire House, Taylor Grady House, Town Gown Building) to those organizations. They will consider landmark historic designations, façade easements, and mechanisms for returning properties to…
HPC to discuss appeal for Zadie’s on Main at 343 Main Street
The Historic Preservation Commission will review an appeal application from Elzadie B. Smith regarding Zadie’s on Main. The board will also discuss the re-appointment of three members with expiring terms.
Commission reviews exterior renovation design request for 211 Jarvis St
The Historic Preservation Commission will approve its agenda and the minutes from the May 4, 2026 meeting. It will consider a design request (COA2605-091) for proposed exterior renovations to an existing building at 211 Jarvis Street. The commission will also hold a discussion‑only review (COA2605-060) of a mixed‑use…
HPC to discuss Civil War parks, Arch Memorial, and school project
The Gordon County Historic Preservation Commission will meet on June 1, 2026. They will consider unfinished business including the county's Civil War parks, the Arch Memorial Restoration Project, and the training budget. New business includes the Sugar Valley School Project and the reappointment of Layson and Ken…
Commission reviews COAs for Freyer Dr, Church St
The Historic Preservation Commission will consider two Certificate of Appropriateness applications: one for 241 Freyer Drive and another for 340 Church Street. These are public hearings on proposed changes to historic properties.
Historic Board reviews 7 exterior change applications
The Historic Board of Review will consider seven applications for exterior changes to historic properties in Marietta. Items include rollup gates, roof modifications, driveway changes, paint/repairs, and signage. All items are scheduled for 5:30 PM.
June 1 historic preservation meeting cancelled
This meeting of the Avondale Estates Historic Preservation Commission has been cancelled. No business will be conducted.
First public hearing on FY 2027 budget; rezoning and historic preservation second read
The Mableton City Council will hold the first public hearing and first read of the FY 2027 budget ordinance. The council also will take second-read votes on a rezoning for a duplex at 640 South Gordon Rd and a new historic preservation chapter. Other business includes approval of a stormwater maintenance agreement for…