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Recommendation to the Town Council for Planning Commission Member of the Windover Heights Board of Review
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The Windover Heights Board of Review (WHBR) has the responsibility for reviewing certain proposed construction activities that would take place within the Windover Heights Historic Overlay District. The overlay district is defined in Sec. 18-237 of the Town Code, which is provided as Attachment 1. That section also defines the Board's role with respect to proposed public infrastructure. Procedures and processes for review of proposed private development within the overlay district are defined in Sec. 18-818 of the Town Code, which is provided as Attachment 2.
The membership of the WHBR is also outlined in Section 18-818 (Attachment 2). The Board consists of five members, and Town Council is directed to consider individuals with an interest in and appreciation for the Town's cultural heritage and history. The membership includes:
* One registered professional architect whose qualifications are compatible with historic preservation and restoration,
* One member of the Board of Architectural Review,
* One member of the Planning Commission,
* One member of the Conservation and Sustainability Commission; and
* One member selected from the community at large.
Former Planning Commissioner Stephen Kenney served as the Planning Commission representative to the Windover Heights Board of Review (WHBR) from his initial appointment in 2022 until his final meeting in March 2026. With his departure from the Planning Commission, Mr. Kenney is no longer eligible to be the Commission's representative to the WHBR. As such, the Town Council must appoint a new Commission representative.
The Planning Commission has traditionally recommended one of its members for service on the WHBR. This agenda item provides the Commission an opportunity to make its recommendation.
Pursuant to the Town Code, appointments to the WHBR are for two-year terms. Commissioner...
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