Historic preservation in Maryland local government
What Maryland 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.
229 Maryland meetings since 2024 covered historic preservation. Counts are directional — coverage varies by place and platform.
Places in Maryland with the most historic preservation activity
- Easton, MD (47)
- Cambridge, MD (23)
- Harford County, MD (19)
- Oxford, MD (14)
- La Plata, MD (14)
- Annapolis, MD (11)
- Bel Air, MD (11)
- Sykesville, MD (11)
- Aberdeen, MD (9)
- Prince George's County, MD (8)
- Kent County, MD (8)
- Westminster, MD (8)
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Discussion on vacant property strategies and landmark designation
The committee will review policies regarding the city's whole block strategy for abandoned properties. They will also discuss oversight of the Baltimore Vacant Reinvestment Council and consider designating St. Peter’s Cemetery as a historical landmark.
No August 2026 Historic District Commission meeting
There is no meeting scheduled for August 2026. The next regular meeting is scheduled for September 14, 2026.
Commission reviews building expansions and demolitions in historic districts
The Historic District Commission will review four applications for exterior modifications to properties. These include requests for siding replacement, signage, a structure demolition, and a building expansion.
Historic District Commission to review property alterations and tax credits
The Commission will review several applications for exterior home modifications, including window and siding replacements. The body will also consider a request for an addition to the Pallotti High School performing arts center and process two historic tax credit applications.
Historic District Commission to review property alterations and tax credits
The Commission is reviewing several requests for exterior home modifications, including window and siding replacements. The body will also consider a request for an addition to the performing arts center at 113 St Mary’s Place and process two historic tax credit applications.
HDC to review fence, driveway, and material changes in Oxford
The Oxford Historic District Commission will meet to review applications for fence replacements, driveway material changes, and other exterior modifications. The body will also approve the minutes from the previous meeting.
Historic Preservation Commission to discuss legacy business program and MD 250 planning
The Historic Preservation Commission will discuss the development of a Legacy Business Program and programming for La Plata-Maryland 250. The body will also consider the adoption of a Preservation Professionals List.
RDA reports $240,000 grant from Maryland Dept. of Environment for town projects
The Town Manager will brief the mayor and council on staffing vacancies and ongoing work with the Prince George’s Redevelopment Authority to acquire vacant lots, promote affordable housing, and use tax lien processes, noting a $240,000 grant from the Maryland Department of Environment. The report also updates on the…
Historic Preservation Commission reviews window replacements and porch repairs
The commission will review several applications for residential property maintenance within the historic district. Items include requests for in-kind porch decking and railing replacements, as well as a request to replace historic wood windows with vinyl windows.
Historic Preservation Commission to vote on vinyl window replacement
The Historic Preservation Commission will consider four permit applications for changes to historic properties, including a request to replace historic windows with vinyl at 314 Belvedere Avenue. Other items include porch repairs at multiple addresses.
HPC to hear appeal of denied metal roof replacement at 89 East Street
The Annapolis Historic Preservation Commission holds a public hearing to decide on several Certificate of Approval applications for exterior changes to historic properties. Items include an appeal of a denied metal roof replacement, a living shoreline project, ADA ramp replacements, and various landscaping and…
Historic District Commission reviews three property alteration applications
The Easton Historic District Commission will consider three applications to alter contributing historic properties: a partial demolition and reconstruction at 15 S. Hanson Street, cedar siding replacement and a new window at 116 Goldsborough Street, and a PVC sign installation at 36 S. Washington Street. The…
Council to consider two-year moratorium on hyperscale data centers
The County Council sitting as Committee of the Whole will discuss and vote on a two-year moratorium on hyperscale data center operations (CR-066-2026). They will also consider adjusting the School Facilities Surcharge and Public Safety and Behavioral Health Surcharge for FY2027, and approving a $15,381,210…
Historic Preservation Commission to consider Edgeley Grove Farm interpretive signs
The Commission will consider a Certificate of Appropriateness (COA-2026-02) for interpretive signs at Edgeley Grove Farm (HA-1081). They will also receive an update on the Mt. Zion Bell Tower (HA-308) reconstruction and ongoing reports from the America 250 Harford Committee, Harford County Comprehensive Plan Update…
Aberdeen Heritage Trust meeting canceled, presentation postponed
The scheduled Aberdeen Heritage Trust meeting on June 25, 2026 was canceled. The planned presentation, “The Impact of APG on Computers, Networking, and Wind Tunnel Testing,” will be rescheduled for September, with details to be announced later.
Historic Preservation Commission to consider new fence at Pyle House on Webster Street
The Commission will review and potentially approve a request for a new fence at the Pyle House (329 Webster Street), a historic property. They will also approve minutes from the previous meeting and discuss the America250 Find Our History Contest. No other major decisions are scheduled.
Commission reviews exterior changes at 114 Duke of Gloucester Street.
The Historic Preservation Commission will hold an administrative meeting to review a pre-application for exterior modifications at 114 Duke of Gloucester Street. The proposed work includes driveway expansion, landscaping changes, and a new hot tub installation. The commission will evaluate whether the plans align with…
Historic Commission to decide on patio at 7618 Main Street
The Historic District Commission will continue discussing an application for a new patio at 7618 Main Street for outdoor dining. They will also consider repairs and alterations to 7606 Main Street, a new shed at 7604 Mellor Avenue, and rooftop solar panels at 7539 Norwood Avenue. Additionally, the commission will…
Emergency wheelchair ramp request at 121 N. Locust Lane
The Historic District Commission will review an emergency request for a temporary wheelchair ramp at a contributing property, a previously approved sign amendment for the Dover Station project, and a window repair at a historic home. They will also approve minutes from the prior meeting.
Board to review Kern Family request to revise MALPF dwelling location
The Agriculture Land Preservation Advisory Board will review a request from the Kern Family to revise the location of a pre-existing dwelling under the Maryland Agricultural Land Preservation Foundation (MALPF). The board will also discuss county and MALPF program rankings, receive updates on MALPF, county programs…
Planning Commission reviews site design for a new home at 3 Eastern Avenue.
The Annapolis Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a site design review for a new single-family home at 3 Eastern Avenue. The commission will also receive the Maryland Department of Planning’s annual report and hold a joint work session with the Historic Preservation Commission on building heights along…
Public hearing on new home exceeding 3,250 sq ft at 3 Eastern Ave
The Historic Preservation Commission will hold a public hearing on a site design review for a new single-family dwelling at 3 Eastern Avenue that exceeds 3,250 square feet. They will also receive the Maryland Department of Planning Annual Report and hold a joint work session with the Planning Commission on building…
Historic Preservation Commission to review residential restoration projects
The Commission will consider several applications for historic property repairs and restorations, including door and roof replacements. The body will also receive a status update on a $25,000 Maryland Historical Trust grant for updating design guidelines.
Commission to discuss $25K grant for historic design guidelines update
The Historic Preservation Commission will vote on consent items for minor repairs to garages, doors, and porches. They will consider new applications for door replacement at 1005 Locust Street and portico restoration at 200 High Street. A discussion item covers an update on a $25,000 Maryland Heritage Trust grant to…
Board to discuss FY 2027/2028 easement application rankings
The Agricultural Preservation Advisory Board will meet to review the minutes from February 18, 2026. The primary focus of the meeting is a general discussion regarding the rankings of easement applications for fiscal year 2027/2028.
Commissioners to consider moratorium on data center projects
The Board will hold a public hearing on the Community Development Block Grant and a work session on a requested moratorium on data center projects. The consent agenda includes approvals for historic preservation tax credits, a lease agreement with Verizon for a tower, and multiple grants for parks, public safety, and…
Commission to vote on $6,791 tax credit for $67,910 window replacement at 407 Montgomery St
The Laurel Historic District Commission will hold a regular meeting with public hearings on several applications. Items include a tree removal at 409 Prince George St, a rear addition at 412 Montgomery St, and roof replacements at 515 and 607 Montgomery St. The commission will also consider a retroactive approval for…
Agricultural Land Preservation Board to review three Stotlemeyer Rd applications
The Agricultural Land Preservation Board will review land preservation applications for three properties on Stotlemeyer Rd in Little Orleans. The board will also discuss term limit dates and leadership positions.
Historic Preservation Commission to decide on duck feed stations at City Dock
The Annapolis Historic Preservation Commission holds a public hearing on two new business items: a proposal for coin-operated duck feed stations at City Dock and an appeal of a denied roof replacement at 89 East Street. They will also discuss a pre-application for landscaping at 114 Duke of Gloucester Street and…
Commissioners to discuss candidates for town appointed offices
The Commissioners of Oxford will hold a special work session to discuss candidates for three appointed town positions. The meeting includes time for public comments.
HDC to consider amending condition for Easton Ice Company demolition and new building
The Historic District Commission will review a request to modify a condition of approval for the demolition of the Easton Ice Company building at 108 East Avenue and construction of a 3,200 sq ft amenity building. Other items include new screened porches, window replacements, siding changes, and emergency roof…
Commission to consider repairs to John Clark Monk grave at Spesutia Church
The Harford County Historic Preservation Commission will hold a hybrid meeting on June 3, 2026, to consider a Certificate of Appropriateness for repairs to the grave of John Clark Monk at Spesutia Church, Vestry House, and Cemetery. The commission will also discuss an unfunded grant application for the HCHD Signs…
Commission to consider tax credits for Willis Street rehab
The Historic District Commission will review a pre-construction application for historic rehabilitation property tax credits at 104-114 Willis Street. They also plan for upcoming events including a Liberty Tree celebration and the nation's 250th anniversary. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and public…
Council to vote on FY27 annual budget and property tax rate
The County Council will consider the annual operating and capital budget for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2027, and the corresponding real and personal property tax rate. The meeting includes public hearings on land preservation easements, fee increases, and grant funding.
Commission considers two‑story screen porch addition at 205 Bank Street
The Oxford Historic District Commission met on June 1, 2026 to approve May 4 minutes and review several items. It noted two no‑permit notices (roof replacement at 510 Strand and repainting at 103 High). The commission will discuss applications for a new fence at 200 Market and a two‑story screen porch, HVAC platform…
Historic Black high school renovation request before commission
The Bel Air Historic Preservation Commission will hold its regular meeting on May 28, 2026. The main item is a request for approval of exterior renovations — siding, doors, paint, and rear stairs — for the former Bel Air Black (Colored) High School at 205 Hays Street. The commission will also approve April minutes and…
Historic District Commission to discuss mural regulations and 4 permit applications
The commission will consider four permit applications for alterations, an ADA ramp, a business sign, and a privacy fence at historic properties. They will also discuss potential regulations for public art and murals within the historic district.
Heritage Trust to debrief Porch Fest, discuss June 27 events
The Aberdeen Heritage Trust will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes, welcome a new Department of War Liaison, debrief the inaugural Porch Fest, and discuss upcoming events on June 27. No financial decisions or policy changes are on the agenda.
Board to review Bower and Johnson family overlay easement requests
The Harford County Agricultural Preservation Advisory Board will meet to review two overlay easement requests: one from the Bower Family for a county MET overlay easement and one from the Johnson Family for a MALPF overlay easement for stream restoration. The board will also discuss rankings for the county and MALPF…
Commission to vote on new rules for historic additions
The Historic Preservation Commission will hold a workshop on proposed revisions to the Design Guidelines for Existing Additions, then a regular meeting to decide on certificates of appropriateness for multiple property alterations. The key change would make guidelines for significant additions mandatory and set…