What: historic overlay rezoning, preservation incentives and an appeal of a Historic Preservation Commission denial of a demolition.
Where it stands: The Council gave first consideration (August 4, 6 ayes) and adopted (August 18, 7 ayes) rezoning REZ26-0003 to a Historic District Overlay for properties on North Gilbert Street and East Market Street. On November 2 it set a public hearing for November 17 on the appeal of the Commission's denial of demolition of two buildings on East Jefferson Street. Several Historic Preservation Commission seats are open.
Next: Public hearing November 17.
Details
The August 4 work session reviewed historic preservation incentives and guidelines.
Sources
The city's posted City Council agendas and minutes (Granicus portal: https://icgov.granicus.com/ViewPublisher.php?view_id=1) and meeting video from the City of Iowa City YouTube channel when available. Minutes list only ayes; nays and absences are not recorded here.
Public hearings set for November 17 on the appeal of the Historic Preservation Commission's denial of demolition of two buildings on East Jefferson Street.