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Historical Commission

  Documents

Demolition Delay Bylaw (click on Chapter 19)

Property Owner's Guide to HC Review

Prepare for Public Hearing under Demolition Delay

Guide to Cultural Resources Survey

Demolition Delay Bylaw FAQs

Other Useful Links

Mass. Historical Commission

Preservation Massachusetts

National Trust for Historic Preservation

Natl. Park Service Technical Preservation Services

Historic New England

Lexington Historical Society

National Heritage Museum

Contact Information

Postal address:
1625 Massachusetts Ave., Lexington, MA 02420
Fax:

Telephone:
          781-862-0500 x701
Contact:
         
David Kelland, Chair

Temporary Email:  cmclaugh@ci.lexington.ma.us

Historical Commission Membership:

          David Kelland, Chair
          Marilyn Fenollosa
          Wendall Kalsow
          Frank Kern
          Sally Zimmerman

Historical Commission Meetings

Monthly except during the summer

Role

The Commission was established for the preservation and development of the historical and archeological assets of the town. The Commission maintains an inventory of buildings, areas, and sites of architectural and/or historical importance in Lexington. It collects reference information on architectural styles, preservation technology, and financial benefits for historic preservation. It is the starting point for those seeking National Register Nominations for their buildings or neighborhoods. It also submits opinions and recommendations to other town boards and committees on topics of architectural or historic concern. In addition, the Historical Commission administers the demolition by-law.

Appointments

The Historical Commission are appointed by the Town Manager with approval of the Board of Selectmen. Applications for future vacancies may be obtained and filed with the Town Manager's Office.