Historic preservation in Illinois local government
What Illinois 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.
752 Illinois meetings since 2024 covered historic preservation. Counts are directional — coverage varies by place and platform.
Places in Illinois with the most historic preservation activity
- Edwardsville, IL (58)
- Mundelein, IL (39)
- Riverside, IL (36)
- Geneva, IL (33)
- Park Ridge, IL (32)
- Winnetka, IL (29)
- Glen Ellyn, IL (28)
- Ottawa, IL (28)
- Wheaton, IL (26)
- Belleville, IL (26)
- Bloomington, IL (24)
- Lockport, IL (23)
Latest matching meetings
Historic Preservation Commission meeting scheduled for September 14, 2026
The Historic Preservation Commission will hold a meeting to conduct routine business. The agenda includes reports from the Chair, Vice-Chair, Treasurer, and various liaisons, as well as discussions regarding archives, the museum, and media.
Historic Preservation Commission reviews masonry repairs and window replacements
The Rockford Historic Preservation Commission will review three certificates of appropriateness for exterior modifications to historic properties and a request for opinion on an interpretive panel for the 8th Avenue Bridge over Keith Creek.
Commission to review deck replacement at 108 McKinley Avenue
The Historic Preservation Commission will hold a regular meeting on September 9, 2026, to review a Certificate of Appropriateness application for a deck replacement at 108 McKinley Avenue. The agenda also includes updates on the Grandview Subdivision, the Goshen Commons Monument, and other project updates, as well as…
Historic Preservation Commission to review deck replacement at 108 McKinley Avenue
The Edwardsville Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to consider a Certificate of Appropriateness for a deck replacement at 108 McKinley Avenue, along with reviewing staff-approved certificates for a fence relocation and a roof replacement. The agenda also includes updates on old business items such as the…
Lombard landmark window replacement request on agenda
The Lombard Historic Preservation Commission is holding a special meeting to consider a Certificate of Appropriateness request for window replacement at a local landmark property. The commission will also vote on approving the April 21, 2026 meeting minutes. No other items are on the agenda.
Villa Park Historical Preservation Commission meeting canceled
This meeting of the Villa Park Historical Preservation Commission is canceled due to lack of quorum. No business will be conducted.
Historic Preservation Commission to review two 100-year-old home designations
The Park Ridge Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to consider designating two 100-year-old homes as historic landmarks, approve award nominees, and discuss survey and grant updates. The agenda includes action items and discussion topics, with no major policy changes or budget decisions.
Commission to discuss landmarking benefits and a new property nomination
The Historic Preservation Commission will discuss the benefits of landmarking and design guidelines. The committee will also discuss a third-party nomination for the property at 22939 S. Spencer Road.
Historic Preservation Commission discusses potential landmark designations
The City of O'Fallon Historic Preservation Commission met on September 1, 2026, to approve the minutes from August 4, 2026. The primary agenda item was a discussion to consider potential historic landmark designations. The commission is tasked with recommending sites for a vote at a future City Council meeting.
Historic Commission reviews lecture, table runner, annual report
The Wheaton Historic Commission is holding a special meeting to practice a presentation for its November 4, 2026 lecture at the Wheaton Public Library, review and approve a design for a new table runner, and receive the first draft of the 2026/2027 Annual Report for discussion at a future meeting. The agenda is mostly…
Historic Commission to rehearse lecture, review table runner design
The Wheaton Historic Commission is holding a special meeting to prepare for its November 4, 2026 lecture at the Wheaton Public Library, including a practice presentation and review of content, timing, and handouts. The commission will also review and approve a design for a new table runner and receive the first draft…
Board to review Centennial Park West plan and arts center study
The Heritage Sites Advisory Board is holding a special meeting to discuss the Centennial Park West Strategic Plan and a Performing Arts Center Feasibility Study. The agenda includes call to order, roll call, public comment, and adjournment, with the strategic plan and feasibility study as the sole substantive item.
Historic Preservation Commission to consider Kroehler Mansion changes
The Naperville Historic Preservation Commission will consider a request to amend Certificate of Appropriateness 20-2321 for the Kroehler Mansion, covering changes to window color, roof shingle color, and the front porch. The commission will also provide feedback on a draft resident feedback survey form and approve…
Historic commission to review porch addition at 611 Campbell Street
The Joliet Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to consider a Certificate of Appropriateness for a gabled front porch addition at 611 Campbell Street, a public hearing item. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from the April 22, 2026 meeting, a discussion of the Joliet Area African American Historic…
Historic Preservation Commission holds routine monthly meeting
This is a procedural agenda for the Bolingbrook Historic Preservation Commission's regular meeting. The agenda lists standard items such as call to order, pledge of allegiance, minutes and agenda approval, reports from the chair, vice-chair, treasurer, and library liaison, plus new and unfinished business. No specific…
Historic Preservation Commission to review Linden Ave certificate amendment
The Highland Park Historic Preservation Commission is holding a special in-person meeting to discuss an amendment to a Certificate of Appropriateness for 2276 Linden Avenue and to consider land-use incentives for historic preservation. The commission will also review two administrative demolition requests and hear…
Itasca Historical Commission to review new garage at 246 S. Oak St.
The Itasca Historical Commission will consider a Certificate of Appropriateness for a new detached garage at 246 S. Oak St., owned by Kristine and James Downs. The meeting will also include approval of the June 18, 2026 minutes and public comment. The agenda is otherwise routine, with no other major items.
Historic Preservation Commission to review landmark alteration at 253 Anthony Street
The Glen Ellyn Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to discuss a preliminary determination for a landmark alteration at 253 Anthony Street, along with routine reports and approval of prior meeting minutes. The agenda includes public comment and reports from the director, chairman, trustee, and staff.
Bloomington Historic Preservation Commission cancels Aug 20 meeting
The Bloomington Historic Preservation Commission has cancelled its regular session scheduled for August 20, 2026. No decisions or discussions will take place at this meeting. The next regularly scheduled meeting is set for September 17, 2026.
Heritage & Architecture Commission meeting canceled
The Heritage and Architecture Commission meeting scheduled for August 18, 2026 at 6:00 pm has been canceled. No business will be conducted at this time.
Historic Commission to review two Register of Historic Places applications
The Wheaton Historic Commission will review two new applications for the Register of Historic Places, including the Stones Jewelry Building at 107 W. Front St. and a property at 330 E. Illinois. The commission will also plan a November 4 public presentation on home history research and discuss its 2026/2027 annual…
Commission to review porch reconstruction and addition at 28 S Fifth Street
The Geneva Historic Preservation Commission will hold a concept review for a porch reconstruction, addition, and general rehabilitation at 28 S Fifth Street, where the applicant proposes converting the property into an inn. The commission will also review two certificate of appropriateness applications for a carport…
Council to consider Spanish Town Historic District, street sealing contract
The Park Ridge City Council Committee of the Whole will consider several action items, including first readings for a historic district designation and a special service area, plus contracts for street crack sealing and server hardware. The agenda also includes routine reports from police, fire, and human resources…
Historic Preservation Commission to review certificate for Letourneau Home
The Kankakee County Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes, discussing landmarks, and reviewing a Certificate of Appropriateness for the Letourneau Home at 698 Stratford Dr E, Bourbonnais. The agenda also includes reports, grants, and old/new business items.
Council to consider historic district, SSA, and contracts
The Park Ridge City Council Committee of the Whole will discuss and potentially act on several items, including designating the Spanish Town Historic District, establishing a Special Service Area for Washington/Harrison, and approving contracts for street crack sealing and server hardware. The meeting also includes…
Commission to review demolition of 280 Addison Road and 124 Barrypoint Road
The Preservation Commission will review two demolition requests for houses at 280 Addison Road and 124 Barrypoint Road, and will conduct a preliminary review of a landmark application for the Scout Cabin. The Commission will also discuss the collocation of antennas at Fire Station #2, review the 2027 Work Plan, and…
Commission to decide storefront renovation at 208 W Main St
The Historic Preservation Commission will hold a public hearing on a Certificate of Appropriateness request for storefront renovations and new second-story windows at 208 West Main Street, owned by Thomas P. and Meg E. Arneson. The commission will also discuss signage related to Charles Lindbergh at City Hall and…
Historic Preservation Task Force holds first organizational meeting
This is the inaugural meeting of the Historic Preservation Task Force, focused on organizational matters rather than decisions. Members will receive presentations on the Open Meetings Act, Robert's Rules of Order, FOIA, and public comment guidelines, and will review a 2004 Art Institute historic preservation report.
Historic Preservation Commission to decide on Linden Ave, Spruce Ave properties
The Historic Preservation Commission will consider an amendment to a Certificate of Appropriateness for 2276 Linden Avenue, a determination of historic significance for 1752 Spruce Avenue, and a discussion of land-use incentives to encourage historic preservation. The meeting is in-person only at City Hall.
Commission to discuss demolition permit for 124 Barrypoint Road
The Riverside Historical Commission is holding a special meeting to discuss and possibly take action on a demolition permit for the property at 124 Barrypoint Road. This is the only substantive item on the agenda; the rest is procedural.
Commission to review permanent sign at 420 N Main St, plus staff-approved COAs
The Historic Preservation Commission will hold its regular meeting, including a public hearing on a Certificate of Appropriateness for permanent signage at 420 N Main Street, Unit A. They will also review staff-approved certificates for a roof replacement at 1215 Troy Road and guttering at 914 Ruskin Avenue, and…
Historic Preservation Commission to review signage at 420 N Main Street
The Edwardsville Historic Preservation Commission will hold a regular meeting on August 12, 2026, at 7:00 P.M. at City Hall. The main item is a Certificate of Appropriateness for permanent signage at 420 N Main Street, Unit A. The commission will also review staff-approved certificates for a roof replacement and…
Historic Preservation Commission to discuss districts, guidelines, and outreach
The Belleville Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to review and possibly act on several items, including the election of a treasurer, discussions on historic districts, and possible motions regarding social media, business cards, postcards, and a letter to realtors and title companies. The agenda includes no…
Council to weigh rezoning, daycare permit, historic district, camping rules
The Carbondale City Council will hold public hearings on two CDBG grant applications, then vote on a consent agenda covering warrants, grants, and contracts. General business includes rezoning and a special use permit for a daycare at 1108 W Willow St, creating a historic district, and an ordinance regulating public…
Historic Preservation Commission to consider landmark status for Otis Eddy Homestead
The Rockford Historic Preservation Commission will meet to consider a local landmark designation for the Otis Eddy Homestead at 2520 North Main Street, which was previously discussed. The commission will also review a request for a Certificate of Appropriateness to install a wooden fence at 411 Grove Street. The…
Schiller Park Historical Commission regular meeting, Aug 10, 2026
The Schiller Park Historical Commission is holding its regular meeting on August 10, 2026, at Washington School. The agenda is largely procedural, covering standard items such as call to order, roll call, approval of minutes, public comments, and various reports. No specific substantive actions or decisions are listed.
Rockford committee to consider annexation for solar farm and landmark designation
The Code and Regulation Committee will consider three items: annexation requests for properties on Export and Prairie Roads, an annexation agreement, and a proposed landmark designation for 1202 Eddy Avenue. The annexation is tied to the owner's agreement to obtain a special use permit for a solar farm.
Bolingbrook Historic Preservation Commission meeting scheduled for August 9, 2026
The commission will meet to review reports and conduct general business. The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate and does not list specific projects or decisions.
Commission to discuss demolition of Schneider Farmstead
The Heritage & Preservation Commission will discuss maintenance of the Miller-Fiege House, demolition of the Schneider Farmstead, and other city-owned properties. The meeting also includes public input and approval of prior minutes.
Public hearing on Spanish Town historic district designation
The Historic Preservation Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a proposed historic district designation for the Spanish Town area. The agenda also includes approval of prior meeting minutes, updates on the L. Hodges intensive historic survey, and a report on future State Historic Preservation Office…