5. Rhythm of buildings on streets. The relationship of building(s) to open space between it or

April 29, 2026 Historic Preservation Board · 2026-04-29 · agenda_item

This item concerns the relationship of new buildings to open spaces and existing historic structures within a city preservation review area. The Historic Preservation Board is reviewing guidelines for how new buildings should relate to their neighbors. This review is currently planned and has not yet been approved. The process will involve visual compatibility studies and the development of new design standards. This could lead to future work in areas such as architectural design, urban planning consultation, and potentially site analysis for future projects that must meet these new standards. Local businesses in design, planning, and related fields are encouraged to monitor this review process as it develops.