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Historic Preservation Commission schedules study sessions to revisit bylaws, Section 106 process and preservation plan

Urbana Historic Preservation Commission · May 6, 2026
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Summary

The commission voted to hold study sessions (June or July) to review and possibly revise HPC bylaws, the Section 106 consulting process, and to revisit the 1998 historic preservation plan; staff offered to draft potential bylaw language and to lead Section 106 procedure suggestions.

Commissioners discussed recommendations from staff to update the commission’s bylaws and to formalize Section 106 consulting‑party procedures. Staff proposed clarifying the secretary role, adding a dedicated staff member to participate in Section 106 consultations, reinstating an 8‑hour Section 106 training option, and adopting a written checklist and notice periods to align…

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