Historical commission to learn about historic districts

LOMBARD, Illinois—The community is invited to an informational presentation on the benefits of local historic districts. Catherine O'Connor of the Illinois Historic Preservation Agency (IHPA) will be speaking at the January 17 Lombard Historical Commission meeting at 7:30 p.m. in the Lombard Village Hall Community Room, 255 E. Wilson.

O'Connor, the Local Government Services Manager for IHPA, will provide an overview of the financial incentives associated with being a local landmark, including property tax assessment freezes and federal income tax credits.

The Lombard Historical Commission has the authority to recommend the designation of landmark sites or districts having a special historical or community interest or value. These sites are designated based on their character, interest, or value as part of the development, heritage, or cultural characteristics of the Village, as well as their architectural significance (for buildings at least 50 years old) and/or potential archaeological importance. Currently the Village has two designated local landmarks: the Sheldon Peck Homestead (355 E. Parkside Avenue) and a single-family home at 125 E. Washington Boulevard. The Commission has also recognized a historic sign on the Dairy Queen at 205 S. Main Street.

Questions may be addressed to Jennifer Henaghan, Senior Planner for the Village of Lombard, at (630) 620-3084.