About Us

The Historic District Commission (HDC) is governed by Connecticut State Statutes (Sections 7-147a – 147k) as well as local ordinances and has the responsibility of preserving the historic character of the homes and properties of Ridgefield’s two historic districts and one historic property.

We strive to maintain the historic context and architectural integrity while balancing the needs of modern homeownership. In addition to historic buildings we also govern new construction, fences, walkways, lighting, signs, driveways, parking areas and other exterior features. The Historic District Commission does not have jurisdiction over the use of a building or property, paint colors, interiors, landscaping, or features that cannot be viewed from a public street, way or place.

A property owner who wishes to construct, repair, alter or expand a house or fixed items on a property must apply for a Certificate of Appropriateness by filling out an application and bringing the proposal before the commission at a regularly held meeting (the HDC typically meets the third Thursday of each month at Town Hall in the small conference room downstairs). Applications are available at the receptionists' office at the Town Hall.

Commission Members

Leslie Ide, Interim Chair             James Hancock

Eric Pashley                             John Conners   

Andrea Jabara, Clerk                  Dan O'Brien

Kitty Rosa                                   

How to Reach Us :  Please call Chairman Leslie Ide at (203) 431-3036

Meeting Schedule and Minutes

• January 15, 2009
• February 19, 2009
• March 19, 2009
• April 16, 2009
• May 21, 2009
• June 18, 2009
• July 16, 2009
• August 2009--no meeting
• September 17, 2009
• October 15, 2009
• November 19, 2009
• December 10, 2009

All meetings are held at 7:45 in the small conference room of Town Hall.