1. Review Criteria

Historic Preservation Board · 2026-05-07 · agenda_item

The Historic Preservation Board of the City of DeLand is reviewing criteria for new construction and subdivisions within historic districts. This review includes guidelines for new buildings, focusing on compatibility with existing structures regarding height, scale, materials, and site plan layout. It also covers criteria for dividing land into multiple lots, ensuring the division does not disrupt the historic development pattern and is compatible with the district's character. The board's decisions will be based on the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties. This review is currently under consideration, indicating an early stage in the public process. If new construction or subdivisions are approved, this could lead to work involving site planning, architectural design, grading, utility connections, and construction trades. Contractors, suppliers, and service providers in fields like construction, engineering, and design could find opportunities by engaging early, before specific project plans and bids are finalized.