Historic preservation in North Carolina local government
What North Carolina 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.
606 North Carolina meetings since 2024 covered historic preservation. Counts are directional — coverage varies by place and platform.
Places in North Carolina with the most historic preservation activity
- Southport, NC (34)
- Durham, NC (33)
- Selma, NC (30)
- Chapel Hill, NC (28)
- Cary, NC (27)
- Pinehurst, NC (26)
- High Point, NC (25)
- Orange County, NC (24)
- Davidson, NC (23)
- Boone, NC (20)
- Kinston, NC (19)
- Currituck County, NC (18)
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Historic Preservation Commission meeting agenda is procedural only
This agenda for the Currituck County Historic Preservation Commission meeting on 2027-02-23 contains only boilerplate and no substantive items. No decisions, discussions, or specific agenda topics are listed.
No substantive items listed for Historic Preservation Commission meeting
The provided agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and software interface text. No specific decisions, discussions, or agenda items are listed.
Board reviews conditional zoning for Holly Grove Subdivision and a home demolition.
The Lexington Planning Board and Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on conditional zoning for the Holly Grove Subdivision. The board will also review a Certificate of Appropriateness to demolish a single-family home at 120 South Payne Street. Standard procedural items, including agenda approval and public…
Historic Preservation Commission meeting cancelled; next set for Oct 14
The September 9, 2026 meeting of the Historic Preservation Commission has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for October 14, 2026, at the same location and time.
Historic Preservation Commission to review Ivey-Ellington House landmark report
The Cary Historic Preservation Commission will meet to review the draft local landmark report for the Ivey-Ellington House at 310 S. Academy Street, and to consider the 2025-2026 annual report. They will also receive updates on the Nancy Jones House maintenance and community event planning. The meeting includes…
Council to consider demolitions, historic landmark, and airport deer cull extension
The Winston-Salem City Council will hold public hearings on demolishing three structures and designating the Chatham Block as a local historic landmark. The consent agenda includes grant acceptances for traffic safety, a $2.26 million HOME-ARP fund rescission, a $2.09 million sidewalk project supplement, and a…
Historic District Commission to review 6 certificate of appropriateness applications
The Chapel Hill Historic District Commission will hold its regular meeting on September 8, 2026, to review several certificate of appropriateness (COA) applications for properties in historic districts. The agenda includes consent items for four properties, old business for one property, and new business for three…
Historic Preservation Commission to review Emorywood Estates nomination and two COAs
The Durham Historic Preservation Commission will hold a regular meeting to review a National Register nomination for Emorywood Estates, consider two Certificates of Appropriateness (COAs) for properties in historic districts, and handle routine administrative items. The meeting includes public hearings and decisions…
Historic Preservation Commission to review 10 major COA requests
The Pinehurst Historic Preservation Commission will hold a public hearing to consider ten Major Certificates of Appropriateness for changes to properties within the Pinehurst Historic District, including additions, a new dwelling, a garage, tree removal, and signage. The commission will also approve minutes from the…
Council to hear farmland bond, data center moratorium, board support plans
The Hendersonville City Council is meeting for its second monthly session. The agenda includes presentations on a farmland preservation bond referendum, improvements to city board and commission support, a draft data center moratorium plan, and a legislative update. No new business items are listed, and the meeting…
Historic District Commission to hold public hearings on four property changes
The Gastonia Historic District Commission is meeting to consider four public hearing items, including approvals for porch enclosure, chimney removals, and exterior changes. Two items were continued from the July 23, 2026 meeting. The commission will also approve minutes and take oaths for reappointments.
Currituck HPC meeting agenda contains only procedural boilerplate
The agenda for the Currituck County Historic Preservation Commission meeting on August 25, 2026, is entirely procedural with no substantive items listed for decision or discussion.
Committee to discuss state farmland preservation conference highlights
The Mills River Agricultural Advisory Committee is holding a regular meeting. The main item is a discussion led by Planning Director Malecek on highlights from the State VAD & Farmland Preservation Conference. The agenda is otherwise procedural, including approval of minutes and public comment.
DOST to vote on letter supporting 2026 Agricultural Development and Farmland Preservation Plan
The Durham Open Space and Trails Commission will vote on a letter of support for the 2026 Agricultural Development and Farmland Preservation Plan, and discuss re-forming the Matching Grants Committee, an International Trails Summit, and a possible table at Bike Durham's Open Streets event. The agenda also includes…
Historic commission to consider landmark nomination for Pace House
The Hendersonville Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to consider a landmark nomination for the Columbus Mills Pace House (26-01-LL), presented by Planner II Sam Hayes. The commission will also approve the agenda and minutes from the July 15, 2026 meeting, and hear a staff report.
Historic Preservation Commission to review COA fees and Minor Work Committee process
The Swansboro Historic Preservation Commission will review and discuss the Certificate of Appropriateness (COA) application fee structure and the Minor Work Committee review process. The town manager will present both items, and the commission is expected to provide direction to staff. The agenda also includes…
Historic Preservation Commission meets; Mountain Heritage Day on agenda
The Jackson County Historic Preservation Commission is holding its regular monthly meeting. The agenda includes approval of the previous meeting's minutes, public comment, and discussion of Mountain Heritage Day as old business, along with staff updates. No major decisions or public hearings are scheduled.
Appearance Commission to review four historic district alteration requests
The Selma Appearance Commission will hold a quasi-judicial hearing to consider four Certificates of Appropriateness for exterior changes to properties in historic districts. The commission will also elect board members and may enter closed session. The agenda includes approval of minutes from the July 20, 2026 meeting.
Parks board to hear arts committee update, youth sports discussion
The Harrisburg Parks and Recreation Advisory Board is meeting to approve minutes, receive an update from the Arts, Culture and Heritage Committee, and discuss youth sports and department updates. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific action items or dollar amounts listed.
Board reviews summer camp results and 2027 gala plans
The Eastern Carolina Aviation Heritage Foundation board meets to receive committee reports, discuss old-business items such as the 2027 gala theme and summer-camp outcomes, and take up new-business items including a $469 graphics-card replacement. No formal decisions are listed on this agenda.
Commission to review 2026 Fall Home Decorating Contest details
The Dublin Heritage and Cultural Arts Commission will hold a regular meeting with public comment, consent calendar items, and reports. The main business is receiving a report on the 2026 Fall Home Decorating Contest and providing feedback on categories and timeline. The consent calendar includes approving the June 11…
Historic commission to review signs for bakery and Coke sign at two properties
The Rutherfordton Historic Preservation Commission will hold a regular meeting on August 13, 2026, at 7:00 PM in Town Hall Council Chambers. The agenda includes approval of minutes from a July 30 special meeting, adoption of the agenda, and two certificate of appropriateness (COA) hearings: one for signs at Well…
Commission to consider court-ordered roof replacement at 909 Johnson St.
The Historic Preservation Commission will hold a regular meeting to consider two certificate of appropriateness requests. One is a court remand to approve replacing a slate roof with asphalt shingles at 909 Johnson Street, and the other is a request for changes to a garage at 221 Woodrow Avenue. The meeting will also…
Commission to plan community event, get Nancy Jones House update
The Historic Preservation Commission will hold a community event planning workshop and receive a monthly maintenance update on the Nancy Jones House. They will also get an update on the Historic Preservation Master Plan process. The meeting includes approval of minutes from June 10, 2026.
Historic District Commission to review seven property applications
The Historic District Commission will meet to review applications for several properties. The body will also approve meeting minutes from March, April, and June 2026 and review administrative COA approvals.
Historic Preservation Commission to plan community event, discuss Nancy Jones House
The Historic Preservation Commission will hold a community event planning workshop and receive a monthly maintenance update on the Nancy Jones House. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from the June 10, 2026 meeting and an update on the Historic Preservation Master Plan process.
Committee to request hearings on demolitions, historic landmark, flood rules
The General Government Committee will consider consent agenda items including requests for public hearings on demolishing three structures, a flood insurance compliance text amendment, and resolutions on homeless assistance funding. The general agenda includes a request for a public hearing to designate the Chatham…
Committee to review designation report for Columbus Mills Pace House
The Designation Committee is holding a special called meeting to review a report regarding the Columbus Mills Pace House. The remainder of the meeting consists of standard procedural items.
Historic Preservation Commission subcommittee meets to review pamphlet and tour audit
The Hendersonville Historic Preservation Commission’s Community Affairs Sub-Committee will hold a procedural meeting to approve the agenda and minutes, discuss new business including a pamphlet and tour audit, and review ongoing initiatives like the NHP Historic Preservation Training Series and Realtor Training.
HPC reviews modifications for 2115 Englewood Ave
The Historic Preservation Commission will meet to review a continued request for a Certificate of Appropriateness regarding modifications at 2115 Englewood Ave. The commission will also review a report on minor Certificates of Appropriateness.
City Council to vote on allowing private schools in multiple zoning districts
The Lenoir City Council will hold public hearings on two zoning-related items. First, it will consider a text amendment to add "Educational Facility" as a permitted use in several zoning districts, allowing private K-12 schools, colleges, and universities. Second, it will review a special use permit for Waterlife…
Brevard City Council to vote on sight triangle and stormwater rule updates
The Brevard City Council will meet on August 3, 2026, to discuss and potentially vote on proposed amendments to the Unified Development Ordinance, including sight triangle regulations and stormwater management rules. The council will also consider new business items such as a Municipal Service District Task Force…
Historic Preservation Commission to review two Certificates of Appropriateness
The Commission will hold hearings to decide on proposed exterior changes for two properties. The meeting includes reviews of applications for 234 N Main Street and 133 Trade Street.
Council to consider rezoning 1.25 acres on Augusta National Drive to R-30
The Pinehurst Village Council will hold a public hearing and consider an ordinance to rezone a 1.25-acre parcel on Augusta National Drive from RD (Recreation Development) to R-30 (Medium Density Residential). The council will also vote on a resolution requesting lower speed limits near the Pinehurst Traffic Circle…
Commission considers local landmark designation for Boswood-Morris House
The Historic Preservation Commission will meet to discuss a request from Rhonda Morris to designate a property as a local historic landmark. The commission will also review minutes from the August 6, 2025 meeting.
Historic Preservation Commission to review Certificates of Appropriateness
The Commission will hold public hearings to consider several exterior alteration requests and a local landmark application within the Central City Local Historic District. The body will also provide consultation on replacement windows for a commercial property.
Board to decide on AV-8B Harrier restoration and A-6E Intruder relinquishment
The Board will decide whether to accept a rare AV-8B Harrier and choose among three restoration options costing between $120,628 and $205,706, potentially using savings from the TAV-8B trainer project. They will also consider formally relinquishing the City's A-6E Intruder to the National Naval Aviation Museum…
HPC to vote on garage door changes at 135 Blue Rd in historic district
The Pinehurst Historic Preservation Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a Major Certificate of Appropriateness for 135 Blue Rd. The request involves removing two garage doors and adding three doors within the Pinehurst Historic District. The commission will also approve previous minutes and review minor…
Historic District Commission to hear chimney removal and after-the-fact work requests
The Gastonia Historic District Commission will hold public hearings on two property requests: removing a chimney at 535 W Harvie Avenue (continued from May) and after-the-fact approval for door, siding, and paint at 308 W Fifth. The commission will also take oaths for reappointed members, approve minutes, and hold a…
Dublin Heritage & Cultural Arts Commission July meeting cancelled
The Dublin Heritage and Cultural Arts Commission's regular meeting scheduled for July 9, 2026, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is set for August 13, 2026, at the same location and time.