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Commission revisits 817 Spring Street and approves smooth vinyl siding after debate

Michigan City Historic Preservation Commission · February 3, 2026
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Summary

After revisiting a prior denial, the Michigan City Historic Preservation Commission approved a smooth-profile vinyl siding application for 817 Spring Street, citing precedent, cost considerations and lack of rebutting evidence; one commissioner abstained.

The commission revisited a previously denied Certificate of Appropriateness for siding at 817 Spring Street and approved smooth-profile vinyl siding at its Feb. 2 meeting after discussion about precedent, material authenticity and cost.

Representatives from the contractor (JB West) presented physical samples and cited two prior, staff-approved projects where…

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