Historic Preservation Commission

Next Meeting

February 4, 2026, 7 p.m.
220 S. Main St.
William Paca Conference Room
Bel Air, MD 21014 or
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Agendas & Minutes


Agendas are available prior to the meetings. Minutes are available following approval.

View most recent Agendas and Minutes

Next Submission Deadline

  • For Review at the March 4, 2026, HPC Meeting: February 13, 2026 – 5 PM

2026 Meeting Dates and Submission Deadlines

HPC Rules of Procedure

Harford County Zoning Code: Article XIII - General Provisions for Historic Landmarks


Members

  • Jacquelyn M. Seneschal, Chair
    Term expires: May 2, 2027
  • Arthur Benser, Co-Chair
    Term expires: May 2, 2027
  • Christina R. Presberry, Secretary
    Term expires: May 3, 2026
  • Dr. Iris Leigh Barnes
    Term expires: March 1, 2026
  • Gerald Manley III
    Term expires: May 2, 2027
  • Philip T. McCall
    Term expires: March 1, 2026
  • Eric W. Polk
    Term expires: May 3, 2026

Membership Information

This commission consists of seven members appointed by the county executive and confirmed by the county council. The term of appointment is for 4 years and members may be reappointed. 

Duties

A summary of their duties include:

  • Conduct an ongoing survey to identify historically and architecturally significant properties, structures and areas that exemplify the cultural, social, economic, political, or architectural history of the nation, state, and county
  • Investigate and recommend to the Department of Planning & Zoning the adoption of ordinances designating properties or structures having specific historic, community, or architectural value as landmarks
  • Keep a register of all properties and structures that have been designated as landmarks or historic districts, including all required for each designation