Historic District Commission

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Historic District Commission

Established in 1970, the Historic District Commission (HDC) is the mechanism for monitoring and preserving the integrity and beauty of the Exeter Historic Districts.  The Commission administers Article 8 of the Town Zoning Ordinance regarding historic districts in Exeter.

The HDC serves to: Safeguard the architectural heritage of the Town. Preserve elements of the community's architectural, cultural, social, economic and political history. Conserve property values. Foster civic pride. Promote the use of the historic districts for the education, pleasure and welfare of the citizens of Exeter.

It is a seven member commission, including one Select Board representative serving concurrently with term of office, and a member of the Planning Board, appointed by the Select Board, and four alternates (effective 3/90), to three year terms, as provided by RSA 673:5 III.

 

Voting Member
Term
Alternate Member
Term
Pam Gjettum, Clerk 2027 Vacant 2026
Vacant 2025 Vacant 2025
Emily Heath 2025 Vacant 2027
Grayson Shephard, Chair 2026 Vacant 2026
Kevin Kahn, Vice Chair 2026    
Julie Gilman, Select Board Rep. Term  

 

Gwen English, PB Rep. Term    

 

 Updated April 30, 2024 

 For assistance with HDC matters, call the Building Department at 603-773-6112.