Architect presents Historic District paint palette; commissioners push for flexibility

Jun 23, 2026

An exhibit of historically-appropriate paint colors (Sherwin‑Williams, Benjamin Moore, PPG references) was presented; commissioners and Councilmembers discussed allowing some homeowner flexibility while keeping bright/neon colors prohibited.

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Mr. Wallenhorst presented a paint‑color recommendations exhibit with manufacturer references intended to guide historically appropriate façade colors in the Historic District. The exhibit lists primary and trim colors by architectural style (Federal/Greek Revival, Victorian/Italianate, Historic Commercial) and recommends that applicants provide manufacturer color names, numbers and physical samples for design-review applications.

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