Historic Preservation Commission

MEMBERS: 7

TERM: 3 years – limit 2 consecutive 3 year terms

AUTHORIZING LEGISLATION: Athens-Clarke County Code of Ordinance § 8-5-2

MEETING INFORMATION

  • Third Wednesday of each month Agenda Setting at 5:00 PM and Regular meeting at 5:30 PM, 120 W. Dougherty Street 
  • Special meetings: determined at the time of call
  • Meeting minutes & agendas

MAJOR DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Inventory historic resources.
  • Recommend historic designations to ACC Commission.
  • Review certificate of appropriateness applications.
  • Recommend to ACC Commission financial and/or other incentives to encourage preservation.
  • Perform historic preservation activities as the official agency of Athens-Clarke County’s  Preservation Program.
  • Conduct educational programs.
  • Seek state & federal funds for historic preservation.
  • Serve on committees, such as Designation Committee and Education Committee.

MEMBERSTERM EXPIRES
Bobbie Epting06-30-2023
William VanLinden06-30-2023
Joanna Beckman06-30-2024
Heather Fletcher06-30-2024
Thomas White06-30-2024
Lindsey Roper06-30-2025
Ellen Walker06-30-2025


METHOD OF APPOINTMENT
Mayor and Commission

CONTACT
Brad Griffin, Planning Director
706-613-3515

MORE INFORMATION:
ACC Planning Department Website: www.accgov.com/planning

Watch current and past Historic Preservation Commission meeting videos online