Historic Landmarks Commission (HLC)

The Rowan County Historic Landmarks Commission is a recommending body of seven members appointed by the Rowan County Board of Commissioners. The Purpose of the commission is to:


  1. enhance the environmental and aesthetic quality of neighborhoods, as well as the rural areas of the county; 
  2. strengthen the economic base by the stimulation of the tourist industry; and 
  3. establish and improve property values by generating an improved appearance in older, transitional areas.


Meetings

Meetings are held in the Planning & Development Department conference room on the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 4:00 PM. View the 2023 HLC Calendar (PDF).


Agendas & Minutes

Agendas are available prior to the meetings. Minutes are available following approval.


View Board Minutes


Members

Seven members are appointed by the Board of Commissioners. Members are appointed to three year terms. Generally meets monthly.


View Board Members

Local Historic Landmarks Designation Reports

  1. Kerr Mill Report (PDF)
  2. Barber Farm Report (PDF)
  3. Zion Organ Lutheran Report (PDF)
  4. Peter Kern House Report (PDF)
  5. Neely School Full Report (PDF)
  6. Griffith Sowers Report (PDF)
  7. Mt Vernon local designation report (PDF)
  8. Carlyle Sherill House Local Designation (PDF)
  9. Kesler Newsom Kepley Farmhouse Local Designation (PDF)
  10. Newberry Hall House Local Designation (PDF)
  11. ST Andrews Local Designation (PDF)

Application for Designation and Resources

  1. Historic Landmark Designation Application (PDF)
  2. HLC Supporting Documentation (PDF)
  3. Local Landmark Report Guidelines (PDF)
  4. Architectural Description Template (PDF)
  5. Rowan County HLC Pre-application (PDF)
  6. Landmark Owners Guide (PDF)
  7. Rowan County Historic Landmarks Commission Rules of Procedures (PDF)