Historic Preservation Commission

The Township of South Orange Village Historic Preservation Commission is composed of South Orange residents who are knowledgeable in building design and construction, and/or architectural history; residents who have a demonstrated interest in or knowledge of South Orange history, as well as others interested in the history and preservation of South Orange. The responsibilities of the Historic Preservation Commission are stated fully in Ordinance 2024-16  Part of the mission of the South Orange Historic Preservation Commission is to prepare and maintain a survey of historic properties, structures, sites and districts within the township. The Commission is responsible for promoting historic preservation in South Orange, and for advising the Planning Board and Zoning Board with regard to applications for development on properties with designated landmarks or located in historic districts. The Commission also determines whether to issue Certificates of Appropriateness for the demolition, relocation or subdivision of designated buildings/properties and buildings and properties in designated historic districts.


To learn more about the Historic Preservation Commission visit: http://www.sohpc.orgTo view the Historic Preservation Commission responsibilities use the link to Ordinance 2024-16

To view the HPC Self- Nomination for Local Landmark Designation and HPC FAQ

If you would like to Volunteer on the Historic Preservation Commission, please visit: 

HPC Notices:

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 Membership:

  • Jacob Levine, Chairman
  • Karen Marlowe, Vice Chairperson
  • Julie McCourt
  • Jason Martinek
  • Anina Rossen
  • Gretchen Schumann
  • David Wright
  • Vacant, Alternate
  • Vacant, Alternate
  • Council Liaison: Summer Jones
  • Commission Counsel: William Sullivan
  • Recording Secretary: Ojetti Davis

Meetings: Regular meetings are held on the 3rd Thursday of each month at 7:30 p.m. Currently, all meetings are held virtually unless otherwise posted in the Village Calendar. All meetings are open to the public in accordance with the requirements of the “Open Public Meetings Act” (Sunshine Law).

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