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Historic review board and homeowners discuss improving HARB outreach and enforcement
Summary
HARB members and council discussed new outreach to property owners in Columbia’s historic district, possible mailings and a clearer application path for Historic Architectural Review Board (HARB) reviews and building permits; the board asked for materials and a procedural flowchart for applicants.
Members of the Historic Architectural Review Board (HARB), planning commissioners and council discussed ways to improve outreach and clarify the HARB review process at the Jan. 7 workshop.
Why it matters: Several residents and HARB members said property owners do not always know they are in the historic district or how HARB review affects permits and project timelines; clearer outreach and procedural materials could reduce conflicts and prevent post-construction enforcement actions.
HARB members said many property owners are unaware they are inside the historic district and do not understand the Certificate…
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