Historic Preservation Commission needs YOU!

Yes, Chatham does have a Historic District that reaches from Chatham's eastern boundary (coming off Route 24) to just east of Lafayette Ave.  The Main Street Historic District represents most aspects of Chatham's history, which began in the early 18th century.  The eastern portion of the District is listed on the New Jersey Register of Historic Places.

To help preserve our rich history, the Historic Preservation Commission was formed in 1989 for the purpose of recognizing and preserving historic resources in the Borough as an essential element of municipal character and identity which contributes to the reputation of Chatham Borough as a place of beauty and architectural value. 

The Commission gives recommendations to the Planning Board on applications for permits that affect the exterior appearance of any property in the District.  Applications before either the Borough Planning Board or the Board of Adjustment are also submitted to the Commission for a review report when exterior appearance is affected.

The Commission is in need of volunteers interested in history and the preservation of the Historic District.  The Commission schedules its meetings on the third Tuesday of each month at 7:30 P.M. in the Middle Level Conference Room of the Municipal Building at 54 Fairmount Avenue.  Our meetings are open to the public and generally run about an hour or less.  If you are interested in volunteering but don't want to commit just yet; why don't you come and observe a meeting then make your decision?

If anyone interested has any questions or would like to learn more about volunteering for the Historic Preservation Commission, please contact Len Resto at 973-635-5373.