Portsmouth HDC Desperately Needs New Blood

When the advocacy chief for Charleston, South Carolina’s feistiest preservation group heard about what’s happening to Portsmouth, his reaction was blunt: ”Sounds like it’s time to clean house.”

The call for reform in Portsmouth from a key defender of the nation’s oldest historic district came after Portsmouth Now gave him an earful about the invasion of huge,  Anywhere USA-style buildings the Historic District Commission has allowed here in Portsmouth.

The HDC is charged with protecting the heart and soul of Portsmouth—its fragile historic character. Mayor Bob Lister has a chance to appoint an HDC-member who can make a difference—or not.  

WILL PORTSMOUTH MAYOR CAVE TO SPECIAL INTERESTS?

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