Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission is responsible for conducting studies for the identification, evaluation, registration, and designation of historic landmarks and historic districts. They proceed at their own initiative or upon petition from any person, agency, or organization; and make recommendations to the State Historic Preservation Officer for the listing of a property on the National Register of Historic Places. They also review applications for a certificate of appropriateness to alter designated historic landmarks or to alter buildings, structures, objects, and/or sites within a designated historic district. The duties of the Historic Preservation Commission are included in Chapter 2.84 of the Municipal Code.  As a Certified Local Government (CLG), the Commission must meet at least three (3) times per year.

• Application for Certificate of Appropriateness (PDF)
  • Completion of this form in its entirety is necessary for project approval
• HPC Quick Guide for Property Owners (PDF)
  • Includes, among other things, quick information on policies regarding: Signs, Windows, Lighting, Doors, Color Schemes, and Frequently Asked Questions
• Historic District (PDF) Boundaries Map
• Full Design Guidelines for the City Square Commercial Historic District (PDF)
• HPC Orientation Document (PDF)
• HPC Special Meeting Policy (PDF)

Commission Members

Meetings

• 12:00 noon; third Friday of the month.  Dates and times may vary.
• Oskaloosa City Hall, 220 South Market Street, Oskaloosa, IA 52577