Unionville Historic District Commission
The Unionville Historic District and Properties Commission decides changes to buildings in Unionville's historic district, from windows to rooftop solar. Everything we have reported on the Unionville Historic District and Properties Commission, newest first.
Next meeting
Thursday, November 5
Unionville Historic District and Historic Properties Commission (UHDPC) · 7 p.m. ET
Next Chapters Bookhouse Is Open on River Road in Unionville
The Next Chapters Bookhouse opened Sept. 3 at 218 River Road in Unionville, three months after it cleared zoning as a parking calculation. Used books, a river-view cafe, felt mice, co-owner Lana Van Valkenburgh's children's book launching free on Saturday, and curbside delivery of a used paperback if you would rather not climb the stairs.
Unionville Historic Panel Argued About Window Heat Loss
"People are not going to live in homes that they can't heat." A commissioner said that out loud on September 3, during an argument set off by a state training video almost nobody has watched. The studies the state offered to go find were already on its own website, and the commission had already settled the question in 2022.
Three Unionville Projects Clear Historic Review in Minutes
The approvals cover a commemorative sign at 23 School Street, a new Unionville Museum sign and a utility building at 230 Main Street.
Unionville Historic Commission Approves Rooftop Solar Panels
The Unionville Historic District and Properties Commission approved a rooftop solar array and two EV chargers at 796 Plainville Avenue on June 11, with no objection to how the panels would look from the road. The same night, the commission restarted a property-recruitment push it had let lapse since 2018 and lined up a fall training session for its members.
Unionville Historic Commission Sets Five Priorities for 2026
Nine months after a wave of departures left the Unionville Historic District and Properties Commission with three empty seats, two alternate seats remain vacant. The Commission held its first official 2026 meeting on Thursday, May 7 — five months after its last session — and welcomed Town Council member Bill Beckert as its new town liaison. Chair Lisa Johnson set five priorities for the year ahead: recruitment of new property owners (the Vibberts at 126 Main Street are first), public education sessions, commissioner training, new-member onboarding, and a fall walking tour timed to the Cobblestone Church's 100th anniversary.
Unionville HDC Advances Oral Histories, Elects Officers
The Unionville Historic District and Properties Commission approved three months of minutes, elected officers, and advanced its oral histories project during a brief December 4 meeting.
Wells Acres Residents Demand Farmington Road Reconstruction
Civil engineer Joanne White presented 7 years of evidence demanding Wells Acres road reconstruction. Farmington Council then approved major contracts totaling over $773,000. Two-week deadline issued.
Farmington HDC OKs Brickyard Walk Sign, 93 Main Solar
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.
Unionville OKs Shaker Door, Joins UConn Oral-History Tool
Unionville Historic District Commission approves a new Shaker-style fiberglass door at 48 Cottage Street and votes to join UConn’s free “Their Story” oral-history platform.
Unionville HDC Sets Plans in Motion for Oral History Project
Unionville’s HDC is advancing a collaborative oral history project, partnering with local institutions to preserve voices before they vanish.
Unionville Plans Oral History Project, One Story at a Time
Unionville is capturing its past through firsthand stories, documents, and interviews. Share your story at the Farmington Library and help preserve history. 🚀 #Farmington
Fence Update Approved for Historic 1761 Farmington Avenue
🏡 Unionville Historic District greenlights a sleek new fence for 1761 Farmington Avenue. See how this historic gem blends the old and new! 🛠️
Unionville Historic Panel: Brownstone, Roof Vents, Peter Pan
Inside Unionville’s October Historic District meeting: windows, brownstone veneers, and Peter Pan parties—yes, really! 🎃 And special thanks to Farmington Storage for all your local storage needs! 🏗️
Farmington's Week of Meetings: Green Efforts, Wetlands
Get ready, Farmington! This week’s meetings at 1 Monteith Dr. & 155 Scott Swamp Rd. promise all the excitement of paint drying. Don’t miss out! 📜💤 #FarmingtonGovernment
Unionville Plans Historic Walking Tour for September
Join Unionville’s walking tour for a thrilling journey through history. Perfect for those who find modern life too exciting. 📜⚒️
Unionville Historic Commission Meeting on Dilapidated Homes
Unionville’s Historic Commission meeting dives into ghostly houses, thrilling renovations, and marathon walking tours. Don’t miss the drama and hilarity from last night’s session! 🏚️📜🕵️♂️