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Commission approves preservation incentives and forwards grant recommendation for 306 East First Street renovation
Summary
The commission approved a preservation incentive package for 306 East First Street that includes expedited processing and a building permit fee waiver, and it recommended a property tax rebate and matching grant to the Village Board.
The Hinsdale Historic Preservation Commission on April 14 approved a preservation incentive application for the historically significant house at 306 East First Street and forwarded a recommendation for a property tax rebate and matching grant to the Village Board.
Commission discussion focused on extensive exterior restoration work planned by the owners, including brick tuckpointing, limestone repairs and replacement of deteriorated steps and structural lintels. A local masonry expert (named in discussion) reported that some limestone and lintels were in poor condition and that like‑for‑like repairs and sample mortar analysis are appropriate preservation practices.
The motion (case HPC-8-2025) to approve building permit fee waivers and expedited processing carried on roll call; a second motion recommending a property tax rebate and matching grant to the Village Board also passed. Commissioners and staff emphasized the work will likely be phased because of the scope and the need to address all elevations and chimneys over time.
The commission did not record any amendments to its motions. Staff will forward the commission’s recommendation and supporting materials to the Village Board for final action on tax rebate and matching grant requests.
