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Historic District Commission

 
The Historic District Commission is comprised of a body of volunteers appointed by the City Council and advised by the City's Historic Preservation Planner. Together, they are responsible for overseeing development within the City's Historic District. If you are interested in serving on the HDC, please download an application here. 

For more information about the City's commitment to preserving our rich architectural heritage, be sure to visit our Historic Preservation Office, and click here for important resources for historic home owners, Frequently Asked Questions, and tips for Living in History. 

        


Archives

Click below to search past meeting agendas, minutes and to review recent Annual Reports. For information about pending Historic District applications, please contact the Preservation Planner, Jillian Chin, at (401) 845-5415, or JChin@CityofNewport.com.

Meeting Agendas Meeting Minutes  
January 9, 2024 January 9, 2024  
February 13, 2024 (Cancelled) February 13, 2024  
February 27, 2024 (Special Meeting) Feburary 27, 2024  
March 12, 2024 March 12, 2024  
April 9, 2024 April 9, 2024  
May 14, 2024 May 14, 2024  
June 11, 2024 June 11, 2024  
July 9, 2024 July 9, 2024  
August 13, 2024 August 13, 2024  
September 10, 2024 September 10, 2024  
October 15, 2024 October 15, 2024  
November 12, 2024 November 12, 2024  

Historic District Commission 


An HDC Regular Meeting
 will be held Tuesday, May 13, 2025 

(Pre-meeting to begin at 6:15pm in the Second Floor Conference Room and full meeting to begin at 6:30pm in the Council Chambers) 

May 13, 2025 HDC Agenda


About 

The Historic District Commission features 9 members appointed by the City Council to three-year staggered terms. 

Meetings are held the second Tuesday of the month at 6:30 p.m. in City Hall.


Commission Members

  • Deanna Amorello, Chair
  • Rosemary O’Brien, Vice Chair
  • Kelly Moran, Secretary 
  • James Madson
  • Frank Balla
  • Raymond Goddard
  • William Finlay 
  • Kenny Benell * 1st Alternate
  • Brooke Ritcher * 2nd Alternate
*Alternate Member

Newport's Historic District

Historic District Map & Boundaries
To see if your home is in Newport's Historic District, please click on the link above and use the search bar in the top right of the Map to type in your address. 

Guidelines For:
Elevating Historic Buildings
Elevating Historic Buildings Appendix A 
Roof Repair & Replacement
Gutter Repair & Replacement
Window & Door Replacements
Solar Panel Policy
Administrative Approvals
Application Continuance 
Submission and Timing
Signs

Decks 
 


2025 MEETING SHEDULE

Meets at 6:30 p.m. – City Hall Council Chambers 43 Broadway​

January
January 14, 2025
February
February 11, 2025
March
March 11, 2025
April
April 8, 2025
May
May 13, 2025
June
June 10, 2025
July
July 8, 2025
August
August 13, 2024
September
September 9, 2025
October
October 14, 2025
November
November 10, 2025
December
December 9, 2025

* Please note that completed applications must be submitted no later than the prior month's meeting. 
* All applications are to be submitted no later than 4:30 p.m. on the due date 
* Please direct inquiries to the Departments of Zoning & Inspections, City Planning, at 401-845-5415
*Please note, dates in red are irregularly scheduled due to the observed Holiday. 


Annual Reports
2022
2023

Minutes
2023

Living in History

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  • Historic District Inventory
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