The Historic Preservation Commission serves to protect, enhance and perpetuate properties of historical value, stimulate the revitalization of historic neighborhoods and business districts.
The commission typically reviews all proposed new development and exterior renovations within the City’s historic district for compatibility and appropriateness.
The Winder Historic Preservation Commission meets on the third Wednesday of the month at 6:00 p.m. The meetings are held at the Winder Community Center located at 113 East Athens Street, Winder, GA 30680 unless advertised or posted otherwise at City Hall. From time to time, there may be a called meeting, if necessary.
2026 Historic Preservation Commission calendar
Members of the Historic Preservation Commission serve terms of office of three (3) years.
| Post | Member | Date Appointed / Re-Appointed | Appointed / Re-Appointed by | Term Expiration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Post 1 | Adriana Beck | December 11, 2025 | Councilmember Kobi Kilgore | July 1, 2028 |
| Post 2 | Brandon Newsome | December 11, 2025 | Councilmember Travis Singley | July 1, 2028 |
| Post 3 | Patricia Stallings, Chair | November 8, 2022 | December 31, 2025 | |
| Post 4 | Lynn Hammond | December 11, 2025 | Mayor Jimmy Terrell | July 1, 2028 |
| Post 5 | Holt Persinger | November 8, 2022 | December 31, 2025 | |
| Post 6 | Andrea Clement | December 11, 2025 | Councilmember Taffy McCormick | July 1, 2028 |
| Post 7 | Douglas Oliver, Vice Chair | September 6, 2022 | December 31, 2025 |
- Historic Preservation Design Guidelines PDF
- Georgia’s State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO)
- Georgia’s Natural, Archaeological, and Historic Resources GIS
- Georgia Trust for Historic Preservation
- National Alliance of Preservation Commissions
- National Register of Historic Places
- Technical Preservation Services, National Park Service
- 2026 Historic Preservation Commission Meeting Calendar (PDF)