Lexington seeks candidates for Historic Districts Commission

The Town of Lexington announced Nov. 4 that it is seeking candidates to serve on the Historic Districts Commission.

The commission reviews and approves all plans for construction, demolition, exterior renovations, color changes and signs within the Lexington Historic Districts. The town said candidates should be enthusiastic about historical heritage and preservation, as well as Lexington's special townscape.

Interested residents should complete and submit the Committee Application Form, including a letter of interest, by Nov. 23.

The town listed skills it is looking for in members, in one or more of these areas:

- Legal training and experience - Historical training or experience - Training in architecture, architectural history and aesthetics - Training or experience in graphic design - Membership in the local business community

Candidates chosen for interviews and consideration for appointment by the Select Board will each be nominated, after a review of the submitted applications, by one of four groups: Lexington History Museums, the Lexington Chamber of Commerce, the Trustees of Cary Memorial Library or the Select Board.

More information is available on the Historic Districts Commission webpage and in the Historic Districts Commission Charge. Questions can go to the Select Board Office by phone at 781-698-4580 or by email at SelectBoard@lexingtonma.gov.

Source: Town of Lexington announcement, November 5, 2026.

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