Historic District Commission

Meeting Date & Time

The Commission meets on the second Monday of every month at 6:00 pm in Room 100 at City Hall. Completed applications must be submitted two (2) weeks prior to the scheduled meeting date.

View past Historic District Commission agendas and video recordings here

Purpose of the Historic District Commission

The City of Frostburg recognizes the importance of saving and protecting its historic resources.  In 1975, the City Council passed the ordinance which established the Frostburg Historic District Commission, a five-member body appointed by the Mayor and Council to review exterior alterations to properties located within the designated Frostburg Historic District. The purpose of this review is to safeguard and preserve the rich heritage of the City by protecting historic properties in the downtown and residential neighborhoods.  The Commission administers the regulations set forth in Section 4.1 of the City's Zoning Ordinance pertaining to the Historic Preservation Overlay District. 

Responsibilities

The core goals of the Historic District Commission are to:

• Preserve the City’s heritage
• Stabilize and improve property values
• Strengthen the local economy
• Foster civic beauty

The Historic District Commission seeks to provide assistance in preserving architecturally significant properties and to focus attention these cultural resources which serve as visible reminders of the City’s history.  By preserving and celebrating these assets, the Commision helps to maintain and enhance the livability of the community.  Preservation efforts also contribute to the economic development and vitality of Frostburg, fostering a sense of civic pride and an appreciation of the heritage among its citizens.

Commission Members

The Commission consists of five members appointed by the Mayor and City Council for three-year terms.  They are appointed on the basis of qualifications in architecture, history, historic preservation, advocacy, etc., according to standards established by State and Federal programs.

The current Commission members are:

• Dawn Hein, Chair
• Joseph Hoffman, Vice Chair
• Robert Rephan
• William Determan
• Maureen Brewer
• Daniel Filer, Alternate

Obtaining a Certificate of Appropriateness

To obtain a Historic District Commission Certificate of Approval for your project, please visit the Permits page to begin the process.  

For questions relating to the Historic District, please visit City Hall located at 37 Broadway or call 301-689-6000, ext. 110.