Historic preservation in Ohio local government
What Ohio 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.
543 Ohio meetings since 2024 covered historic preservation. Counts are directional — coverage varies by place and platform.
Places in Ohio with the most historic preservation activity
- Hudson, OH (53)
- Hudson, OH (51)
- Wyoming, OH (37)
- Hillsboro, OH (31)
- Canal Winchester, OH (29)
- Troy, OH (28)
- Avon, OH (26)
- Bedford Heights, OH (25)
- Bowling Green, OH (25)
- Chagrin Falls, OH (21)
- Cleveland, OH (21)
- Shaker Heights, OH (20)
Latest matching meetings
City Plan Commission to vote on zoning changes and landmark designations
The Toledo City Plan Commission will hold a public hearing to decide on zoning changes, a text amendment, alley vacation, special use permit, and local landmark designations. The meeting will include procedural items such as roll call, proof of notice, and minutes approval.
Preservation Commission holds design guidelines training session
The Historic and Architectural Preservation Commission is meeting for a work session. The agenda consists of a call to order, a design guidelines training session, and adjournment, with no specific project or decision items listed.
Planning Commission to weigh zone change for historic society relocation
The Sharonville Planning Commission will consider a zone change for 3431 Cornell Road from residential to public facility to allow the Society of Historic Sharonville to relocate there, and will vote on a resolution supporting a county connectivity plan. The commission will also review site plans for Sharon Woods…
HDC to vote on new design guidelines and regulatory amendments
The Bedford Historic District Commission will hold a public hearing to adopt amendments to the Historic District Regulations and new Design Guidelines. The regulatory changes aim to consolidate language with the Zoning Ordinance, clarify administrative review, limit tree removal review to large front-yard trees, and…
Historic District Commission to hear two home alteration requests and adopt new rules
The Bedford Historic District Commission will hold public hearings on adopting amendments to its regulations and new design guidelines, and will consider two certificates of approval for exterior home changes on Wallace Road. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and routine administrative items.
Council votes on $542,410 restroom contract and Uptown zoning change
The Oxford City Council will vote on a contract to complete a new public restroom facility and a zoning change allowing larger retail stores in the Uptown District. The meeting also includes a resolution supporting historic preservation tax credits for the Oxford Community Arts Center and a utility easement for…
Landmarks Commission to review two historic-district renovation permits
The Dayton Landmark Commission will consider two Major Certificates of Appropriateness for exterior changes to buildings in historic districts. One involves window modifications at a church in South Park, and the other involves new siding on a house in the Oregon district. The meeting also includes roll call and…
Board to review Igloo Frozen Yogurt wall sign at 2 Berea Commons
The Heritage Architectural Review Board is meeting to review one application for wall sign designs at 2 Berea Commons, Suite 3, submitted by Igloo Frozen Yogurt. The board will also approve minutes from the June 25, 2026 meeting and conduct routine procedural items.
Board to review porch, great room, townhome additions and siding changes
The Architectural & Historic Board of Review will consider several applications for alterations and additions to homes in Hudson's historic district and elsewhere. Items include a front door replacement, new signage, a shake siding change, a master suite addition with material modifications, a screened porch, a great…
Planning Commission to vote on Unified Development Code and historic sign
The Troy Planning Commission will review a draft Unified Development Code (UDC) and provide a recommendation to City Council. The agenda includes a decision on a historic district sign application at 10 E. Franklin Street and the approval of a replat for Archer Park. Staff will also present updates on data center…
Board reviews 8 architectural applications, including a townhome project at 86 Owen Brown St.
The Hudson Architectural & Historic Board of Review will vote on two consent applications and review five other projects for compliance with design standards. Staff has flagged specific material and elevation issues for three continued or modified applications. One new application involves townhomes at 86 Owen Brown…
Shaker Heights Landmark Commission to review staff approvals and minutes
The Landmark Commission/Architectural Board of Review is meeting virtually to approve minutes from June 24, 2026, and to review staff approvals from August 2026. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific rezonings or contracts listed.
Historic designation request for 504 South Main Street
The Historic Preservation Commission will consider a request for local historic designation of 504 South Main Street, owned by Janet M. Knape. The meeting also includes routine administrative items, reports, and discussion of potential future designations and public outreach events.
Council to vote on $945K transit-oriented assets grant and other items
The Shaker Heights City Council will hold its regular meeting on August 24, 2026, to consider several contracts, grants, and zoning matters. Key items include a healthcare consultant contract, a conditional use permit for a school, and multiple grant acceptances for road safety, historic preservation, and…
Committee to discuss proposed Historic District Downtown ordinance
The Zoning & Annexation Committee is meeting to discuss Proposed Ordinance 18-2026, which concerns creating a Historic District Downtown. The agenda lists this as the primary purpose, with no other specific items detailed.
Board to hear wetland variances for new home at 1957 Norton Rd
The Board of Zoning & Building Appeals will hold public hearings on two cases. The first is a continued request for four variances to fill about 293 square feet of wetlands to build a driveway and home at 1957 Norton Rd. The second is an appeal of an Architectural and Historic Board of Review decision regarding a…
Historic Commission to review five certificate applications
The Middletown City Historic Commission will hold a regular meeting to review five Certificates of Appropriateness for properties on Highland, Baltimore, Garfield, and S. Main Streets. The meeting will also include approval of the July 16, 2026 minutes and old/new business. No other substantive items are listed.
Historic Preservation Commission to review porch addition at 205 Grove Avenue
The Wyoming Historic Preservation Commission and Architectural Review Board will hold a joint meeting to review an application for a one-story front porch addition at 205 Grove Avenue, a property in the Village Historic District. The boards will also discuss their annual strategic planning and alignment process. The…
Historic commission to review porch addition at 205 Grove Avenue
The Wyoming Historic Preservation Commission and Architectural Review Board are meeting jointly to review an application for a one-story front porch addition at 205 Grove Avenue, a property in the Village Historic District. The boards will also discuss their annual strategic planning and alignment process. The meeting…
Historic Lancaster Commission to review three new applications and four old items
The Historic Lancaster Commission will hold a regular meeting to review new applications for awnings, shutters, and signage, as well as continue discussion on previously submitted projects including a demolition and parking proposal. The meeting is open to residents for public comment.
Planning Commission to review new home plans, landmarking, and school stadium
The Springboro Planning Commission will consider final approval of new home plans for the Clearview Crossing PUD-R, final approval of landmarking for the Jonathan Wright House, and preliminary reviews of a text amendment on historic landmark usage, a site plan for a multiuse sports stadium at Springboro Community…
Architectural Board to review five property alteration proposals
The Chagrin Falls Architectural Board of Review will review five submissions for exterior alterations, additions, and a new dwelling, including preliminary and final reviews. Two proposals require Historic Structure Review (HSR). The board will also approve minutes from prior meetings and take public comments.
Finance Committee to consider $2M zero-interest loan for sewer project
The Shaker Heights Finance Committee is meeting to review several funding requests, including a $2 million zero-interest loan to DOPWIC for the Lynnfield/Lomond SSO-11 Control project, grant applications for road and historic preservation projects, and a healthcare consulting contract. The committee will also accept…
ARB to consider roof repairs, new landmark designation for Jonathan Wright House
The Springboro Architectural Review Board will hold public hearings on two Certificate of Appropriateness applications for roof and siding work at historic properties (305 East Street and 40 South Main Street). The board will also discuss and likely recommend landmark designation for the Jonathan Wright House at 80…
Landmark Commission to weigh demolition of carriage house at 601 McLain St.
The Dayton Landmark Commission will hold a public meeting to decide on two Major Certificates of Appropriateness and discuss the final sections of the updated Blueprint for Rehabilitation. The first case involves removing a severely deteriorated carriage house at 601 McLain Street in the St. Anne's Hill historic…
Plan Commission to weigh zone changes, demolition, and gas station permit
The Toledo City Plan Commission will hold a public hearing on August 13, 2026, to decide several land-use cases. Items include a downtown building demolition, two zone changes, a special use permit for gas and fuel sales, a major site plan review, a storage permit for towaway vehicles, and a local landmark…
Hudson board reviews demolition, historic relocation, and multiple home additions
The Architectural & Historic Board of Review will consider consent applications for a fence and a covered porch, then review several proposed additions and alterations for compliance with design standards. New business includes a demolition recommendation for a 1972 house and an agricultural barn replacement. Informal…
Board to review demolition of 1972 house and historic Saywell House relocation
The Architectural & Historic Board of Review will consider several applications, including a demolition request for a 1972 house at 6306 Stone Road and an informal proposal to relocate the historic Saywell House to 211 Aurora Street. The board will also review modifications to previously approved projects, new…
Avon landmarks panel to weigh cemetery restoration, landmark nominations
The Avon Landmarks Preservation Commission is holding its regular August meeting. Members will consider landmark nominations and letters of recognition, discuss Avon Center Cemetery restoration and an Ohio Historical Landmark application, and hear an update from the August 3 city council work session. The agenda is…
HAPC to review new backlit sign at 121 E High Street
The Historic and Architectural Preservation Commission will consider a certificate of appropriateness for a new backlit wall sign at 121 E High Street. Administrative decisions on a patio at 9-11 S Main Street and window replacement at 100 W High Street are also on the agenda. The commission will receive an update on…
Heritage Tree Nominations and Five-Year Master Plan revisions
The Tree Advisory Board will consider 2026 Heritage Tree Nominations and receive updates on the Five-Year Street Tree Master Plan revisions, the Lomond/Lynnfield SSO Project, and the Grow not Mow planting day. The board will also discuss 2027 programs including the Free Front Yard Tree Program and Shaker Median Strip…
Historic Landmarks Commission to review two property cases
The Historic Landmarks Commission is meeting to review two property cases: Case #26-09 at 725 S Fountain Ave and Case #26-02 at 404 E McCreight Ave. The agenda includes approval of minutes, board and staff comments, and adjournment. No decisions are listed on the agenda; the cases are listed as discussion items.
Committee to discuss ODOT grant for Warrensville Center & S. Woodland intersection
The Safety and Public Works Committee will consider an ODOT HSIP grant for the Warrensville Center Road and S. Woodland Road intersection, as well as two grants for stabilizing the historic Lynnfield RTA Station. The committee will also review July meeting minutes.
Architecture Review Board to review four exterior property changes
The Architectural Review Board will meet to review four cases involving signage and home modifications. The board will also vote on the approval of minutes from July 2 and July 16, 2026.
Board reviews home designs for Kensington Drive and Edington Road
The Board of Zoning and Planning is reviewing a replacement home design in the Historic District and a proposed home that does not meet neighborhood compatibility requirements. The board will also receive training on city economic development strategies.
Council to consider zoning code rewrite, security cameras, and barn preservation
The Powell City Council will hold its regular meeting on August 4, 2026, with several significant items. They will hear updates on energy aggregation and the Village Green Master Plan, and consider resolutions to extend the Village Green contract, award a rock salt bid, replace the security camera system, and preserve…
City considers historic district designation and multiple tax exemption agreements
The Housing & Growth committee is reviewing a proposal to designate the North Avondale Historic District and a rezoning for the Westline Flats project. The body is also considering several tax exemption agreements for residential and commercial developments across the city.
Architectural Board reviews seven residential exterior and construction projects
The Architectural Board of Review will evaluate several preliminary and final submissions for home additions, renovations, and new construction. The board will also review requests for variances and historic structure reviews.
Council to vote on extending Village Green Phase II contract with Pizzuti Solutions
The Powell City Council will consider several resolutions and ordinances, including extending a professional services agreement with Pizzuti Solutions for Phase II of the Village Green Master Plan, awarding a bid for highway rock salt, and approving a contract for security camera system replacement. They will also…
Board of Zoning Appeals to review variance for pool near drainage easement
The Powell Board of Zoning Appeals will meet to approve minutes from its January 8, 2026 meeting and hear a variance request for a residential swimming pool near a drainage easement and tree preservation zone.