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Council remands ARB appeal over painted brick after heated public debate
Summary
Property owner appealed an Architectural Review Board decision denying painting of historic brick; council heard detailed preservation guidance, neighbor testimony on inconsistent enforcement, and ultimately remanded the ARB decision for reconsideration.
Hopewell City Council took up an appeal of an Architectural Review Board (ARB) decision after weeks of neighborhood discussion about whether a downtown commercial building may be painted.
Planning staff and the ARB told council that painting previously unpainted historic brick is generally discouraged because non‑breathable coatings can trap moisture and accelerate deterioration;…
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