James Calciano
Coverage (19 articles)
Farmington Historic District Commission Lets 7 Church Street Skip Its Fence
The Farmington Historic District Commission approved a picket fence at 7 Church Street on May 19 and called it the last exterior detail on a house it had reviewed in stages since March 2025. On July 21 the owners said they would rather skip the fence and plant shrubs instead. That change came in as a planner's report, not an application, so there was no hearing, no vote, and no new certificate.
Farmington Historic District Commission Approves an Oil Tank Already Installed
The new oil tank behind 772 Farmington Avenue was installed, the bollards reset, and the screening panel built and painted before the Farmington Historic District Commission ever voted on it. On July 21 the commission approved the work as presented, in under nine minutes, without a question about it. The owner apologized twice for the order of operations, and then made the only case for the work's appropriateness himself.
Farmington Historic District Commission Clears Final Details at 7 Church Street
The Farmington Historic District Commission approved the final exterior details — gutters and a cedar fence — for the new home at 7 Church Street, ending a staged review that began in March 2025. Chair Jay Bombara also walked a visiting group of Farmington High School students through how the commission works.
Farmington HDC Approves 44 Colton Street Door Replacement, Elects Officers
The Commission’s work Tuesday night was procedural, precise, and refreshingly drama-free. In Farmington, that counts as a feature, not a bug.
Farmington HDC Meeting Nov 2025: Mountain Road & Church Street Updates
The Farmington HDC navigates the nuances of vinyl cladding, steel doors, and hewn crosses. From 14 Mountain Road to the crumbling silo at the Tint Barn, preservation remains a detailed art.
Farmington HDC Meeting Nov 2025: Mountain Road & More
Historic District Commission November 2025 meeting notes and approvals.
Farmington Historic District Commission Approves Church Renovations, Debates Memorial Cross Placement
Historic District Commission Juggles Church Signs, Windows, and a Wandering Cross A wooden memorial cross needs a home. A church signpost leans to one side. And 41 windows wait for replacement. Welcome to the October 21, 2025 meeting of Farmington’s Historic District Commission, where four members tackled five applications after Cliff Max resigned and left…
Farmington HDC Approves Brickyard Walk Sign and ~16 kW Solar at 93 Main; Winchell-Smith Dam Removal Confirmed
Farmington’s HDC approved a Brickyard Walk hanging sign at 769 Farmington Ave and a 16 kW solar array at 93 Main. Staff confirmed the Winchell-Smith Dam removal and a Nov. 6 oral-histories training.
Farmington HDC OKs St. James Door Fix, 5 Maple Solar, and 7 Church Sidelights; Dam Removal Starts Sept. 15
Farmington HDC’s Aug. 19 special meeting approved a St. James door modification (steel, with SDLs), a rear-roof solar array at 5 Maple, and clarified 7 Church sidelights. Dam removal begins Sept. 15. ⚖️
Farmington TPZ OKs U‑Haul Fleet at Farmington Storage, Approves Ridgeline Septic Fix
Farmington Zoning Approves Trucks at 155 Scott Swamp; Septic System Repair in Ridgeline Zone Also Gets Green Light By Jack Beckett | July 24, 2025 | The Farmington Mercury FARMINGTON, CT — It was a busy night for the Town Plan and Zoning Commission on July 21, but let’s cut to the chase: the Commission…
HDU Signs, Garage Revamp, and LED Spotlights Approved at Farmington Historic District Commission
Farmington Historic District Commission approves new signs for Noah Wallace School, tweaks a Church Street garage plan, and blesses LED spotlights for St. Patrick’s Church—all in one lively session.
Commission OKs Exterior Details for 7 Church Street 🏠
May 20th’s HDC meeting featured no calligraphy, no MAGA bills, and exactly one commitment to preserving Farmington’s past—no matter how controversial the paint color.
Two Old Houses, One New Line: Farmington HDC Expands Preservation Map
Farmington’s Historic District Commission votes to expand the historic district, but not before tackling a conflict of interest and a quiet reminder that old houses come with new rules.
Vinyl Windows Denied, Bluestone Approved: Full Rundown of Farmington’s Historic District Showdown on March 25
Heat pumps, lattice, and one very firm “no” to vinyl windows. Full report from Farmington’s HDC March 25 meeting. 🧱📏
Historic Decisions, Modern Challenges: Farmington’s District Commission Balances Past and Future
Farmington’s Historic District Commission delves into signs, setbacks, and tradition vs. innovation in a detailed, quote-filled meeting recap!
Iron Railings & Committee Shenanigans: Farmington’s Latest Meeting Recap!
Farmington Historic District covers iron railings, a new church sign, and quirky regulations. Stay informed with slow, deep journalism—and no, not the tattered tent type. 🤢✨
Farmington Historic District Commission Meeting Highlights – July 23, 2024 at 5 PM
In a riveting meeting, Farmington’s Historic Committee tackles door dilemmas & signage sagas! Discover the drama, quotes & decisions. Sponsored by Farmington Storage. 🏛️📜🏢 #FarmingtonHistory
Farmington HDC’s 2024 Antics: Windows, Cupolas & Comedy
Dive into Farmington HDC’s 2024: from window wars to historic cupola capers, plus tech glitches and more. 🏡🪟 #HistoricDistrict #FarmingtonCT #CommunityComedy
Farmington Historic District Commission Meeting Recap
Farmington’s Historic District Commission tackles window woes and railing ruckuses in their latest meeting. Laughs, history, and PVC debates ensue. 🏠🪟📜 #Farmington #HistoricPreservation