Historic District Commission

Description

The Historic District Commission was created on March 1, 1979, pursuant to the provisions of A.C.A. 14-172-206 to recommend the establishment of historic districts to the City Council. The basic function of the committee is to promote the educational, cultural, economic, and general welfare of the public through the preservation and the protection of buildings, sites, places and districts of historic interest. The powers and duties of the commission include: suggesting specific alternative guidelines for the alteration and new construction of structures; fostering and encouraging preservation and restoration; encouraging public participation in identifying and preserving these architectural resources; encouraging public participation in identifying and preserving these resources, and promoting the safety, education, health and general welfare of the citizens.

Terms

Staggered three-year terms, ending June 30.

Membership

The commission consists of seven members. 

Appointment

Vacancies on the Commission shall be filled by appointment from the Mayor with the approval of the City Council. 

Public Notification

 A weekly meetings list is prepared by the City Clerk’s office which is distributed to the press and posted on the City’s web site: www.accessfayetteville.org.

Meeting Times

Regular meetings are held on the second Thursday of each month at 5:30 p.m. in the City Administration Building.

Current Members