Bennington / Vermont / United States
The Bennington Vermont Historic Preservation Commissions main role is planning and advocating for the protection and appreciation of Benningtons historic and architecturally significant resources. Our primary tasks involve reviewing applications for signage and facade changes within the Downtown Historic District. We also provide technical assistance, education and guidance as needed in planning and preserving all historic resources within Bennington. The HPC serves as an advisory commission to the Development Review Board, Planning Commission and Select Board. Sections 3.1-3.4 of Town of Bennington Land Use and Development Regulations ( 2004 ) establishes the Historic Bennington Design Review District ( page 26-28 ). The purpose of the district is to "protect historic resources within a defined area of downtown Bennington, and to encourage new construction which will reinforce the best qualities of the existing character within Benningtons core through both traditions and innovative design approaches." ( page 64 ) Details of the Historic Central Bennington Design Review District are spelled out in Table 3.19 ( Pages 64-67 ).
