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Historic preservation commissioners weigh tighter rules on vinyl, more flexibility for rear additions
Summary
New Berns Historic Preservation Commission reviewed draft guideline language to restrict vinyl fences, clarify allowable metals, permit contemporary materials for rear additions and recommend samples for composite decking and columns; staff will refine language and return a final draft for member review.
The Historic Preservation Commission met to review draft updates to guidelines governing substitute materials, focusing on fences, windows, doors, decking, columns and roofs. Commissioners reviewed examples from other cities and preservation guidance to reconcile durability and historic character.
Commission members heard research that many comparable historic-district guidelines prohibit vinyl fences because their appearance is inconsistent with historic character. A presenter said, "In in in all cases, the appearance of a vinyl fence does not fit the character of the historic district," and commissioners broadly agreed that vinyl is generally inappropriate when visible from the street. One member urged positive wording: "Fences shall be of wood, metal, or…
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