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Study session on Historic Preservation Master Plan update and project timeline

PrescottFeb 24, 20262 min read

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On February 24, 2026 the Prescott City Council held a study session to review the Historic Preservation Master Plan (HPMP) update. Staff presented existing historic districts, plan goals, and a proposed consultant-driven schedule; Council discussion focused on protections around the Courthouse Plaza, parking, height and zoning clarifications, and next steps for outreach and ordinance updates.

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Council supported the proposed HPMP project timeline: complete RFP March 2026; issue RFP and select consultant April–June 2026; consultant onboarding and draft review June–August 2026; public outreach and open houses September–December 2026 (three open houses in different geographic areas); Prescott Preservation Commission and Council public hearings January–May 2027; anticipated Council adoption June 2027.
Staff will update ordinances and design guidelines as part of the HPMP update.
Staff and the selected consultant will review and clarify zoning, parking, and height issues—with particular attention to protections and contributing/non-contributing status around the Courthouse Plaza; Council was informed a related item may come before them in March.
City Attorney to ensure legal review of documents and clarify definitions (including 'contributing' property) during the update process.
Prescott Preservation Commission (PPC) involvement and public engagement were encouraged; members of the public and PPC expressed support for consultant assistance and the update process.
No formal action was taken at the study session.

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City Council Study Session

Feb 24, 2026, 1:00 PM201 N Montezuma Street, City Council Chambers, 1st Floor, Prescott AZ 86301completed

Agenda

1. CALL TO ORDER
2. ROLL CALL
3. DISCUSSION
A. Presentation & Discussion Regarding the City of Prescott Historic Preservation Master Plan Update.
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Decision: DISCUSSION
4. ADJOURNMENT