Local historic register nomination — 504 S. Main St.
Bowling Green
Summary
Jan Knape's 130-year-old Queen Anne Victorian could join the Local Historic Register with a Historic Overlay Zoning layer. The commission recommended it unanimously; council makes the final call after a public hearing. Knape is also encouraging neighbors to seek designations.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 3
- Last 30 days
- 1
Discussed at 2 meetings in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 5, 2026.
Impact analysis
No direct cost to residents; the overlay adds design review for future exterior changes at the property.
The property owner and the neighborhood gain recognition and protection of a rare Queen Anne Victorian.
Mentions & discussions (3)
City Council (Regular) - Oct 5, 2026
The Historic Preservation Commission wants 504 South Main Street on the local historic register with historic overlay zoning. Council referred it to the Planning Commission for review.
Historic Preservation Commission - Sep 22, 2026
Jan Knape's 130-year-old Queen Anne Victorian could join the Local Historic Register with a Historic Overlay Zoning layer. The commission recommended it unanimously; council makes the final call after a public hearing. Knape is also encouraging neighbors to seek designations.
Historic Preservation Commission - Jul 28, 2026
Jan Knape applied to have her home at 504 South Main Street locally designated, which means future exterior changes would need a certificate of appropriateness from the commission. The application will be heard at the August meeting.
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