Present: Phil LaPage, Dana Glennon, Judy Ryan, Roseanne Kwaks (arrived @ 8 pm)
Excused: Forbes Getchell, Ranan Cohen, Jack O’Sullivan
Guests: Michael Dowling, Martin McKinsey , Bob Turcotte, Darilyn Griffin, Michael Hoffman, Rich Alperin
As there was not a quorum at the start of the meeting the Minutes of May 22 and notes from the May 31 public meeting were not approved.
Discussion on Historic District:
All present had received copies of Durham, Exeter and Keene and a draft Newmarket regulations:
Newmarket Process:
Committee will draft document to :
Establish a Historic District Commission with membership and Authority
Present boundaries of Historic District
Draft an Ordinance
Hold public meeting
Present documents to Town Council
Council will discuss and hold public hearing
Council has final approval
It was clarified that what is currently in place as far as renovations and replacement is the starting point for any property in relation to any Newmarket regulations. In some cases we would encourage restoration but it would not required.
Discussion on Ordinance:
It was generally agreed that the Exeter Regulations were compatible with the groups’ thought. Newmarket regulations should be minimal but set reasonable standards.
There was general discussion on fencing and dumpster enclosures, landscaping, window boxes, and windows
Bob Turcotte will research landscaping aspects of current regulations. Phil LePage will research fences, walls and posts.
It was suggested that research a pallet of historic colors from paint companies that we would consider to include in our proposal recommend.
Everyone will review all the regulations and come to next meeting with suggest and language for Newmarket.
Judy will send Somersworth regulations to all members.
