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9. What is the process to apply and be granted a COA?

Answer:

First, be sure to plan ahead. An application for a COA needs to be filed at least 22 days before a scheduled meeting, please see the 2024 Calendar of Meetings. Applications can be downloaded from the … Read full article→

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The purpose of the Historic Districts Commission is to preserve and protect buildings, places and other areas of historic or architectural significance. The four historic districts currently in existence – The Town Center, The Wayside Inn District, the King Philip District and the George Pitts Tavern District – are subject to restrictions and controls under Chapter 40 of the Acts of 1963 administered by the Historic Districts Commission.

These specific guidelines include exterior architectural and color features of building, landscaping, stone walls, signs, etc., located within an historic district.

The Historic Districts Commission consists of five members who are appointed by the Select Board:

One (1) registered architect (if none available, a person the Select Board deems qualified)
Three (3) registered voters living in the a Historic District (if possible)
One (1) (of two (2) nominees) by the Historical Commission

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