Historic preservation in Mississippi local government
What Mississippi 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.
41 Mississippi meetings since 2024 covered historic preservation. Counts are directional — coverage varies by place and platform.
Places in Mississippi with the most historic preservation activity
- Hattiesburg, MS (16)
- Pascagoula, MS (8)
- Cleveland, MS (5)
- Natchez, MS (4)
- Starkville, MS (3)
- Gautier, MS (2)
- Columbus, MS (2)
- Vicksburg, MS (1)
Latest matching meetings
Public hearing on Wrights' appeal to paint brick at 2010 Brooklane Drive
The Hattiesburg City Council will hold a public hearing on the appeal filed by Garrett and Devyn Wright to overturn the Historic Conservation Commission's denial of a petition to paint the brick on a structure at 2010 Brooklane Drive. The council will also receive presentations on Chapter 2 of the Comprehensive Plan…
Commission reviews cell phone tower proposal
The Historic Preservation Commission will discuss a proposed cell phone tower presented by Barry McIlwain. It will also review a signage project sales packet and provide updates on grants, cemetery tour planning, and upcoming historic events. The meeting includes routine items such as call to order, quorum…
Commission approves multiple Certificates of Appropriateness, including limited work at 2010 Brooklane Drive
The Hattiesburg Historic Conservation Commission held a public hearing and approved several Certificate of Appropriateness applications for exterior alterations and accessory structures in historic districts. One application was approved only for a front‑door replacement, with requests to paint brick and add shutters…
Heritage Commission to hold public workshop on Main Street
The Cleveland Heritage Commission approved the April 14, 2026 meeting minutes and discussed a public workshop scheduled for June 23, 2026, at the Chamber of Commerce to educate residents about the committee's role.
Commission reviews eight Certificate of Appropriateness applications
The Hattiesburg Historic Conservation Commission will first approve the May 2026 agenda and April 2026 minutes. It will then hold a public hearing to consider eight applications for Certificates of Appropriateness covering signage, accessory structures, window and siding changes, exterior painting, and other…
Signage project costs and funding discussed
The Historic Preservation Commission will review updates on the Anola Club and a signage project, including costs and potential funding. They will also discuss CLG grants for a blueway and historic walkway, plan the 2026 Cemetery Tour and America 250 events, and work on a Top 100 list of historic places, people, and…
Council to vote on rezoning two properties from mixed-use to industrial
The Gautier City Council will hold public hearings and vote on several land-use items, including a rezoning request to change two properties from Town Center Mixed Use to Industrial, a conditional use permit for a mobile home in an agricultural zone, a variance for front yard setback, and a special exception…
Heritage Commission approves sign and awning replacements
The Cleveland Heritage Commission reviewed the financial budget and approved two applications. A new sign was authorized for a barbershop at 117 North Street. A metal awning damaged by the 2026 ice storm at 307 Cotton Row was approved for replacement.
Historic Preservation Commission reviews signage and grant updates
The commission is meeting to discuss updates on the Anola Club and a signage project, including costs and funding. Members will also review CLG grants for the Blueway and Historic Walkway projects.
City Council to set hearing for historic roof material appeal
The City Council is meeting to acknowledge an appeal regarding roof material modifications at 421 S 22nd Avenue. This follows a denial of the petition by the Hattiesburg Historic Conservation Commission on March 11, 2026.
Heritage Commission approves awning and signage for downtown businesses
The Cleveland Heritage Commission approved applications to repair damaged awnings and signage for Zoe's Coffee Shop and San's Touch Boutique at 106 N. Sharpe Avenue. The body also approved travel expenses for a staff member to attend a state heritage training and denied an application for a metal awning at 307 Cotton…
Commission reviews signage plan and funding for historic property signs
The Historic Preservation Commission will discuss the signage plan for properties listed on the National Register, including font size changes, placement within city and utility districts, and cost updates. It will consider a donation program to fund the signs and assign responsibilities for sign locations and packet…
Commission to consider COA request for a carport at 511 Greensboro St
The Historic Preservation Commission will discuss and consider COA 26-01, a request for a Certificate of Appropriateness to build a freestanding open‑air carport on the gravel pad at 511 Greensboro St in the Greensboro Historic District. The meeting also includes routine approval of the official agenda and the minutes…
Historic Conservation Commission to review exterior renovation requests
The Hattiesburg Historic Conservation Commission will hold a public hearing to consider several applications for Certificates of Appropriateness. The body will review requests for exterior changes to properties in various historic districts and discuss driveway and parking surface materials.
Commission reviews signage plan and 2026 historic tour dates
The Historic Preservation Commission will discuss the schedule for the 2026 America 250 Celebration/Cemetery Tour and related entertainment plans. Members will review a signage plan that includes possible changes to letter size, funding sources, and placement for properties on the National Register. The agenda also…
Planning Commission to review zoning changes and land development amendments
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on several land use requests. These include a conditional use request for a care home and two text amendments to the Land Development Code. The body will also consider a zoning change and a major subdivision plat.
Commission reviews solar panel installation and downtown building modifications
The Historic Conservation Commission is holding a public hearing to review requests for changes to properties in historic districts. The body will consider a new application for solar panels and a previously tabled request for new construction.
City approves $13,500 matching funds for Southern Cultural Heritage Foundation programming
The Board will adopt the meeting agenda and consent items, including personnel actions and minutes. It will approve several payments and contracts, receive sealed bids for city projects, and authorize insurance coverage. The Board will also adopt an ordinance for vacant and abandoned structure registration and…
Commission recommends reappointing three members for three-year terms
The Cleveland Heritage Commission approved the minutes from the October 2025 meeting. The commission voted to recommend that the Mayor and Board of Aldermen reappoint Commissioners Lynn Shurden, Lisa Miller, and Mary Jean Gates for an additional three‑year term ending December 31, 2028. A brief financial update was…
PHPC will notify MDAH of updates to National Register listings
The Historic Preservation Commission will review the 2025 cemetery tour and set dates for the 2026 tour. It will receive an update on the Top 100 historic sites and events visitor‑listing project. The commission will discuss a signage plan that includes prototype signs, donation funding, and placement details for…
Commission will discuss grant opportunities and approve agenda and minutes
The Historic Preservation Commission will consider and vote on the official agenda for the November 25 meeting. It will also approve the minutes from the May 27, 2025 meeting. In the planning update, commissioners will discuss grant opportunities available through the Mississippi Department of Archives and History.
Board discusses airport project status and upcoming capital improvements
The Board of Aldermen held a work session to hear presentations on the George M. Bryan Airport project status and future plans, and on the next phase of capital improvement and street preservation projects. The session also included discussion of agenda items for the Board’s November 18 meeting. No formal decisions…
Public hearing on five property preservation applications
The Natchez Preservation Commission will hold a public hearing on five applications to reconstruct, demolish, or modify structures at specific addresses. After the hearing, the commission will consider administrative approvals for five additional applications involving steps, roof replacement, and painting work. No…
Hattiesburg Historic Conservation Commission to review property modifications
The commission will hold a public hearing to consider several applications for Certificates of Appropriateness. The body will decide on requests for new construction, exterior renovations, and the relocation of a historic house.
Commission to review signage plans and historic site listings
The Historic Preservation Commission will review final signage proposals for four districts, update the Mississippi Department of Archives and History on properties listed on the National Register, and discuss a visitor listing project for the Top 100 historic sites.
Board will consider leasing parking space behind NAPAC to Concordia Bank
The Natchez Board of Aldermen will review minutes from recent meetings and receive reports from city officials and department directors. The agenda includes updates on downtown projects, historic preservation, EV charger construction, demolition plans, and travel policy proposals. A key item is the discussion of…
Preservation Commission to review five property modification applications
The Natchez Preservation Commission will hold public hearings on five applications for property alterations and demolitions. The body will also review administrative and paint committee approvals for five additional projects.
PHPC reviews final plans for cemetery tour and historic signage funding
The Historic Preservation Commission will discuss final plans for the America 2025/LPK Cemetery Tour. It will receive updates on the Top 100 historic sites visitor‑listing project and the historic signage plan, including funding and installation. The commission will also review the watch list based on the historic…
Natchez Preservation Commission to review 8 new property applications
The commission will hold public hearings to decide on various exterior modifications, including roof replacements and new construction. The body will also address unfinished business regarding fences and historic district signage.
Hattiesburg Historic Conservation Commission to review 11 project applications
The Commission will hold a public hearing to review applications for Certificates of Appropriateness. Decisions will be made on various renovations, new constructions, and demolitions within the city's historic districts.
City Council to approve a services agreement for the historic schoolhouse rehab
The Gautier City Council will consider several abatement requests and special exception applications, including a manufactured home and a wireless tower. The council will also vote on a professional services agreement for the historic schoolhouse rehabilitation and authorize engineering negotiations for a railroad…
Heritage Commission approves roof and sign installations on Sharpe Avenue
The Cleveland Heritage Commission reviewed and approved two property modifications. The body also discussed the process for filling a vacant commission position.
Historic Conservation Commission to review three property modification requests
The Hattiesburg Historic Conservation Commission will hold a public hearing to consider applications for Certificates of Appropriateness. The body will decide on proposed exterior changes and the relocation of a home within designated historic districts.
Commission to hear request to replace historic windows
The Historic Conservation Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a request to replace original windows at 505 Rebecca Avenue. The commission will also approve the June 2025 agenda and minutes.
Council to hear appeal for exterior modifications at 112 E 8th Street
The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding an appeal filed by property owner Rosa Lidia Chicas Maravilla. The appeal concerns a previous denial by the Hattiesburg Historic Conservation Commission for exterior modifications at 112 E 8th Street.
Council to hear appeal regarding porch railing at 2012 Mamie Street
The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding an appeal filed by property owner Fred Smith Jr. The appeal concerns a previous denial by the Hattiesburg Historic Conservation Commission to replace and modify porch railing at 2012 Mamie Street.
Historic commission to review new building and signage applications
The Hattiesburg Historic Conservation Commission will meet to approve meeting minutes and hear public testimony on new applications for Certificates of Appropriateness. The body will also receive reports from city arborists and code enforcement officials.
City Council approves contracts, tax exemptions, and bridge naming.
The Hattiesburg City Council will consider approving contracts for emergency roof repairs, tornado siren maintenance, and public art promotion, as well as granting property tax exemptions to several local businesses. The body will also address claims, release liens, and name two bridges in honor of local figures.
City Council will consider a $58,500 historic resources survey contract.
The Columbus City Council will discuss and vote on several contracts and staffing items, including a historic resources survey contract for up to 700 parcels. It will also consider a lobbyist contract not to exceed $72,000 for the 2025 legislative session and approve travel and training expenses for police, fire, and…
Council to vote on $58,500 historic survey contract
The Columbus City Council will consider a consent agenda including firefighter training, a fundraiser permit, and payments. Under policy, they will discuss a historic resources survey contract up to $64,450, a $250,000 grant application, a flooring bid for East Columbus Gym, and installation of a speed hump on Maple…