Historical Commission · September 4, 2025 · 7:00 PM
Historical Commission Meeting
The Commission designated 12 Center St as not historically significant; received an update on the proposed multi-building redevelopment at 230 Main St (preservation of the 230 Main structure, ~60–70 units, 10–15% affordable housing anticipated); and discussed a demolition-definition revision and a demolition application at 287 Elm St (Rocky Hill).
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Key decisions
Designated 12 Center St as not historically significant (not listed in MACRIS; vernacular/not a good example of the era).
Continue discussion of proposed changes to the definition of 'demolition' to the October meeting.
Agenda
1. Meeting Minutes
Review and approval of meeting minutes.
2. Correspondence
Review or receipt of correspondence to the Commission.
3. 12 Center Street 6 Determination of Historical Significance
Consideration and determination of historical significance for the property at 12 Center Street.
4. 40 - 46 Prospect 6 Preservation Restriction Review
Review of preservation restriction for the property at 40–46 Prospect.
5. 230 Main 6 Update
Status update regarding the property or project at 230 Main Street.
6. Rocky Hill (287 Elm Street) 6 Update
Update on Rocky Hill project or property at 287 Elm Street.
7. Definition of Demolition 6 Vote to Amend Bylaw
Discussion and vote to amend the bylaw definition of demolition.
8. Matters Not Reasonably Anticipated
Items not reasonably anticipated within 48 hours of meeting posting.