Village adds seven properties to Hinsdale historic overlay following unanimous HPC recommendation

The Village of Hinsdale moved to add seven properties to its historically significant structures list within the historic overlay zoning district after a unanimous recommendation from the Historic Preservation Commission. Staff said the historic overlay, created in February 2022, provides incentives such as flexibility on bulk zoning regulations (FAR and setbacks), permit and application fee waivers, expedited processing, a property tax rebate on the village portion of the bill (about 7 percent), and matching grant funds for owners who rehabilitate and preserve homes. The ordinance proposed adding seven addresses — 201 North Clay, 311 Forest Road, 134 North Lincoln, 15 North Monroe, 136 South Oak, 32 West Ogden and 234 East Third Street — and staff said all property owners consented to inclusion. The Historic Preservation Commission reviewed the nominations at its July 7 meeting and voted 5–0 to recommend all seven for addition. Trustees noted historical society contributions to research and highlighted architecturally significant examples on the list, including the terracotta house at 134 North Lincoln. Staff also explained the designation is recorded in property title and will run with the land for future owners. Because the item drew no objections from trustees, the board placed the matter on the consent agenda and approved it that night. Staff said two properties currently shown on the list have since been demolished and will be removed.