Historic Preservation Commission
The Historic Preservation Commission (HPC) is a Certified Local Government (CLG) body that has the authority to designate individual properties as local historic landmarks, as well as, designating areas within the Town as historic districts. Owners of designated historic landmarks or properties that are located within a historic district are required to obtain approval for exterior changes (roof, siding, gutters, etc.) from the Commission.
In addition, the HPC makes recommendations to the Planning Board regarding site plans involving properties containing historic landmarks. The HPC has conducted surveys of significant historic, architectural, and cultural landmarks within the Town.
A summary of the Marbletown Heritage Preservation Law is available for those interested in designating a property. If pursuing designation, it is advisable to read the complete description of the Law available under Town Code, Chapter 128.
To begin the application process, please complete the Preliminary Designation Application and submit it to the Town Clerk. The Commission will review the application at its scheduled meeting. If accepted, you will be required to submit a completed Marbletown Landmark Application with a $50 application fee. Should your Landmark Application be accepted, the Commission will set a hearing date, notify you, and publish the notice of hearing in the Kingston Daily Freeman.
For help in completing the Marbletown Landmark Designation Application, please refer to the instructions provided in the National Register Bulletin.
Before the Code Enforcement Officer can issue a building permit to the owner of a landmarked property, an application must be submitted to the Historic Preservation Commission for review. If accepted, the Commission will issue an Application for a Certificate of Appropriateness to the owner for submission to the Building Department so that the project can move forward under the standard code enforcement procedures.
The Marbletown Historic Preservation Commission is comprised of members whose qualifications are outlined in the Qualifications for Historic Preservation Commission Members. Marbletown welcomes residents who are interested to apply.
For information regarding tax credits available for landmarked properties in Marbletown, please see the Rehabilitation Tax Credit Programs information.
For information about sources of funding for historic preservation, please visit the Preservation Assistance page on the NYS Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation website.
Members
Name | Title | Term Expiration |
---|---|---|
Bill Merchant
| Chair | December 31, 2027 |
Bill Brinnier
| Member | December 31, 2025 |
Scott Davis
| Member | December 31, 2026 |
Doug Adams
| Member | December 31, 2025 |
Laura Anker
| Member | December 31, 2026 |
Denise Fryeburg
| Member | December 31, 2027 |
Pat Sheeley
| Member | December 31, 2027 |