Historic preservation in Indiana local government
What Indiana 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.
84 Indiana meetings since 2024 covered historic preservation. Counts are directional — coverage varies by place and platform.
Places in Indiana with the most historic preservation activity
- Hobart, IN (15)
- Lafayette, IN (15)
- Indianapolis, IN (13)
- Crown Point, IN (11)
- Crawfordsville, IN (10)
- Pendleton, IN (8)
- Fort Wayne, IN (4)
- Terre Haute, IN (3)
- Evansville, IN (2)
- Blackford County, IN (1)
- East Chicago, IN (1)
- Danville, IN (1)
Latest matching meetings
Public hearing continues for Heritage Hub Economic Development Area Project
The Pendleton Economic Development Commission held a special meeting on August 13, 2026. The commission continued the public hearing on the Heritage Hub Economic Development Area Project. No other business was scheduled.
Right-of-way acquisition settlement offer for Parcel 1 considered
The commission will hear an update on the Heritage Hub Economic Development Area and consider a secured settlement offer for right-of-way acquisition from Chesterfield Management Inc. for Parcel 1. They will also approve the minutes from the June meeting.
City Council approves $11 million Atkore expansion and tax abatement for new jobs
The council approved a resolution designating an Economic Revitalization Area with a tax abatement for Allied Tube & Conduit Corp.'s $11 million expansion, creating new jobs. It also approved a zoning change converting an A‑1 zone to M‑1, adopted ordinances on historic preservation commission composition and tree…
Demolition by neglect ordinance update on agenda
The Historic Preservation Commission will consider an update to the demolition by neglect ordinance, review two certificate of appropriateness applications for properties at 10 and 18-20 Chestnut Street, and discuss a potential revision to the number of commissioner seats. The meeting also includes approval of June…
Commission to consider demolishing three historic buildings on Meridian Street
The Indianapolis Historic Preservation Commission will hold a public hearing on several applications, including a proposal to demolish three historic buildings at 231-239 South Meridian Street while preserving their facades. Also scheduled are a continued application for townhomes on East Louisiana Street, a new…
Commission to consider exterior renovation of Lafayette Theater
The Historic Preservation Commission will review and potentially approve two major projects: installation of a perimeter fence and brick wall replacement at 800 Cincinnati Street (St. James Church), and exterior renovation of the Lafayette Theater at 600 Main Street. Committee reports and minutes approval are also on…
Historic Preservation Commission meeting cancelled
This meeting was cancelled due to lack of agenda items. The next regularly scheduled meeting is July 27, 2026.
Council adopts zoning change converting R‑3 parcel to M‑1 industrial use
The Hobart City Council met on June 17, 2026 to adopt Ordinance 2026-15, changing a 2.352‑acre R‑3 zone to an M‑1 industrial zone. The council also held a public hearing on Ordinance 2026-16 to vacate a 0.55‑acre right‑of‑way for the Family Express project, and considered a petition for a use variance to install a…
Historic Preservation Commission holds regular meeting with standard agenda items
The Hobart Historic Preservation Commission will convene for its regular meeting on June 16, 2026. Commissioners will approve minutes from the prior meeting, consider any agenda changes, and address new and old business items. The session will also include staff comments, public comment, and an adjournment.
Commissioners to consider Prairie Creek Wind Farm II agreements
The Blackford County Commissioners will consider three agreements for the Prairie Creek Wind Farm II project: an Economic Development Agreement, a Road Use Agreement, and a Decommissioning Agreement. They will also hear a funding request from the Blackford County Historical Society and approve claims and payroll…
Commission discusses Heritage Hub development and tax increment capture
The Commission will receive an update on the Economic Development Plan for the Heritage Hub area. They are also considering Resolution 26-02 to determine the need to capture incremental assessed valuation.
Historic Preservation Commission meeting on June 10, 2026
The commission will review several items for approval and discuss updates regarding the Demolition by Neglect Ordinance. The agenda includes specific requests for roof work and a property located at 813 SE Riverside.
Plan Commission to consider ordinance creating a Historic Preservation Commission
The Hobart Plan Commission meeting on June 4, 2026 will review multiple subdivision and site‑plan requests, including rezoning proposals and a cell‑tower application. The commission will also consider a new ordinance (Item 15) to establish a Historic Preservation Commission with 3‑9 voting members. Several items are…
Council rezones 1103 N 13th St, approves $505K for paving
The Terre Haute City Council passed a rezoning for 1103 North 13th Street, three appropriations totaling $604,471.41 including $505,071.41 for street paving, and a $2,000 budget transfer. Public comment covered homelessness, parking, brush burning, and historic preservation.
Plan Commission to consider Heritage Hub economic development plan
The Pendleton Plan Commission will consider Resolution 2026-01 to approve an economic development plan for Heritage Hub. A rezone request for an 8.38-acre parcel from agriculture to light industrial has been withdrawn and will not be discussed.
Commission to vote on creating Heritage Hub Economic Development Area
The Pendleton Redevelopment Commission will consider a resolution to declare the Heritage Hub Economic Development Area and approve an associated economic development plan. They will also receive an update on the ATL Project Right-of-Way Conveyance. The meeting includes approval of April 2026 minutes and public…
Board to consider adopting 'Vision Zero' goal to eliminate traffic deaths
The Board of Public Works and Safety will vote on resolutions accepting offers to purchase or transfer real estate, and adopt a goal to reduce traffic fatalities to zero. They will also review bids for boiler replacement and lead service line replacements, consider a historic demolition permit, a subdivision variance…
Historic Preservation Commission reviews fence and facade repairs
The commission will consider two Certificates of Appropriateness: one for a fence at 114 W South St and one for repairs and facade work at 205 E South St. They will also approve prior meeting minutes and handle old business.
Historic Preservation Commission meeting agenda includes routine procedural items
The commission will conduct its regular meeting, including approval of the previous meeting's minutes and adoption of the agenda. It will hear staff comments and public input, and consider any new or old business items that may be presented.
Hearing on metal doors for 301 Columbia Street
Commission will consider a certificate of appropriateness for installing metal doors on the west facade and north basement doors at 301 Columbia Street. They will also receive committee reports and approve prior meeting minutes.
Public hearing on Northwood Historic District designation
The commission will hold a public hearing on the proposed Northwood Historic District for National Register listing. They will also decide on a certificate of appropriateness for a partial demolition and addition at 1209 W. Wayne Street. Other business includes approving March minutes and a staff report.
Plan Commission reviews subdivision, site plan, right‑of‑way vacancy and historic commission ordinance
The Hobart Plan Commission will hold public hearings on a two‑lot Family Express subdivision (11.1 acres) at the NW corner of US 30 & Grand Blvd. and on a site plan for the proposed 7 Brew development (1.16 acres) at the NE corner of US 30 & Iowa St. The commission will also consider a recommendation to the Common…
Commission to vote on new residential design guidelines
The Historic Preservation Commission will vote to adopt residential design guidelines and discuss updates to the National Register inventory. Members will also review provisions for the 2024 Façade Grant and discuss property owner incorporation into the local district.
Historic Preservation Commission to review townhome rezoning at 501 E Louisiana Street
The Indianapolis Historic Preservation Commission will hear several applications including a preliminary review for townhome construction and rezone at 501 East Louisiana Street, multiple variance requests, demolition of a historic garage, and a case of work started without approval. The commission will also consider…
MDC reviews zoning rezonings, historic preservation plan, and business tax abatements
The Metropolitan Development Commission holds public hearings to review zoning petitions, historic preservation plans, and economic development incentives across Indianapolis-Marion County. Zoning decisions determine where new residential and commercial projects can proceed, while tax abatements influence local…
Council to vote on $13.5M note for Sustainea Bioglycols project
The Lafayette City Council will hold a public hearing on an additional appropriation for the Motor Vehicle Highway fund and consider second readings of ordinances expanding several historic districts and authorizing a taxable economic development revenue note for the Sustainea Bioglycols project. First readings…
Commission to consider garage demolition at 318 S. 6th Street
The Lafayette Historic Preservation Commission will decide on a request to demolish a garage at 318 S. 6th Street and a request to install a new fence at 1827 Salem Street. They will also receive committee reports and hear public comments.
April historic preservation meeting cancelled
The Historic Preservation Commission meeting scheduled for April 27, 2026, has been cancelled due to no agenda items. The next regular meeting is May 26, 2026.
Hobart Historic Preservation Commission meeting scheduled for April 21, 2026
The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific projects, ordinances, or decisions are listed for discussion.
Commission to discuss National Register inventory updates
The Pendleton Historic Preservation Commission will meet to discuss updates to the National Register inventory pages, revisions to 2024 Façade Grant provisions, and residential design guidelines. The meeting also includes officer votes, approval of prior minutes, and public comments.
Council to vote on funding note for Sustainea Bioglycols project
The council will hold a public hearing and second reading on vacating Hanna Street. They will consider several ordinances on first reading, including authorizing a taxable economic development revenue note for the Sustainea Bioglycols project, expanding historic districts, and additional appropriation for motor…
Preliminary review for demolition of 3 historic structures on South Meridian Street
The Indianapolis Historic Preservation Commission will hold a public hearing to review several applications, including a preliminary review for demolishing three historic structures at 231, 235, and 239 South Meridian Street while preserving their front facades. The commission will also consider designating the…
Review of new home construction at 1327 Columbia Street by Habitat for Humanity
The Historic Preservation Commission will approve the minutes from its January 26, 2026 meeting. Committee reports from Public Relations & Education, District, and COA will be presented. Commissioners will consider the Habitat for Humanity new home construction project at 1327 Columbia Street. Public comments will be…
Commission reviews certificate of appropriateness for 1318 Union Street
The Historic Preservation Commission will meet to consider a certificate of appropriateness for a property on Union Street. The body will also review the February 2026 staff report and discuss the 2027 HPC Retreat.
CAP Contract for 2026 recommended to Board of Public Works & Safety
The Historic Preservation Commission will elect its 2026 officers, consider two Certificate of Appropriateness requests—a front porch remodel at 218 E. Clark St. and a home demolition at 119 N. Grant St.—and review a recommendation for the 2026 CAP Contract to be submitted to the Board of Public Works & Safety. The…
Commission will review minutes and hear committee reports
The Lafayette Historic Preservation Commission will approve the previous meeting minutes, receive reports from the Public Relations & Education, District, COA, and Staff committees, and accept public comments. No specific projects, contracts, or ordinance actions are listed on the agenda.
Hobart Historic Preservation Commission to hold regular meeting
The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific projects, ordinances, or decisions are listed for discussion.
Commission reviews construction plans for new homes, garages, and a music venue
The Indianapolis Historic Preservation Commission is reviewing construction drawings and applications for residential and commercial projects. The body will consider requests for new buildings, variances for setbacks, and the adoption of findings of fact for a specific property.
Commission reviews Appropriateness for gravel parking at 802‑804 W. Washington
The Historic Preservation Commission will conduct roll call, approve minutes from the January 26, 2026 meeting, and consider a Certificate of Appropriateness (Case No. HPC 2-23-26-1) for a gravel parking area of about 1,915 square feet at 802‑804 W. Washington. The commission will also discuss staff reports, elect a…
February 23 Historic Preservation Commission meeting cancelled
The Historic Preservation Commission meeting scheduled for February 23, 2026, has been cancelled due to a lack of agenda items.