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Architectural Review Board
Purpose
The Fredericksburg City Council has adopted a historic preservation ordinance to maintain the unique character of downtown Fredericksburg. The purpose of the Architectural Review Board is to maintain the historic and architectural integrity of designated historic areas.
Meetings
- Twice monthly
- Second Monday of each month for public hearing at 7:00 p.m.
- Fourth Monday of each month (as needed) at 7:00 p.m.
- Council Chambers
City Hall
715 Princess Anne St.
Fredericksburg, VA 22401
Agendas & Minutes
Agendas are available prior to the meetings. Minutes are available following approval.
Most Recent Agenda | View All Agendas and Minutes | Public Notices | 2020 Calendar | 2021 Calendar
Architectural Review Board Meeting Streaming
Live streaming available during meetings and archived meeting videos are also available. View Meeting Stream
Members
The Architectural Review Board is a panel of seven knowledgeable citizens appointed by the City Council to review submitted applications.
- Jonathan Gerlach, 1st Term: 2/14/2017 - 12/31/2020
- Sabina Weitzman, 2nd Term: 1/1/2018 - 12/31/2021
- Susan Pates, 2nd Term: 1/1/2017 -12/31/2020
- Karen Irvin, Vice Chair, 1st Term: 1/1/2018-12/31/2021
- James Whitman, 1st Term: 01/1/2018 -12/31/2021
- Adriana Moss, 1st Term: 01/01/2020 - 12/31/2023
- Carthon Davis III, Chair, 1st Term: 01/1/2018 - 12/31/2021
Applications
The Historic District Ordinance requires that property owners within the district obtain a Certificate of Appropriateness from the Architectural Review Board before adding on or making exterior alterations to their buildings or for any new construction in the district. A certificate is also required for any signs.
Applications are submitted to the Community Planning and Building Department. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Filing deadlines are established to allow sufficient time to process applications and comply with public notification requirements. Public notices will appear in The Free Lance-Star.
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Kate Schwartz
Historic Resources Planner
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Architectural Review Board
Physical Address
715 Princess Anne St.
Room 215
Fredericksburg, VA 22401
Mailing Address
PO Box 7447
Fredericksburg, VA 22401
Phone: 540-372-1179
HoursMonday through Friday8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.