Certificates of Appropriateness

Any work on a Historic Sign, a Local Historic Landmark, or a property in a locally-designated Historic/Historic Overlay District, other than routine maintenance, is required to be approved by the Historic Resources Commission through issuance of a Certificate of Appropriateness (COA). If you have questions about a pending application for a Certificate of Appropriateness, please call 336-747-7040 or email preservation@cityofws.org. You can apply for a Certificate of Appropriateness through IDT Plans. Directions for submitting an application for a COA are available here.

Commission Review

Staff can issue COAs for Minor Work. All applications for Major Work COAs and After-the-Fact COAs are reviewed by the full Commission. The Historic Resources Commission (HRC) holds its monthly meeting:

First Wednesday of the month at 4 p.m. in the 5th floor meeting room of the Bryce A. Stuart Building, 100 E. First Street, Winston-Salem.

The HRC typically does not meet in July.

Major Work Certificate of Appropriateness Applications - 2023

COA APPLICATION
MEETING DATE
ADDRESS
STAFF REPORT
COA
2023-0011/4/2023
750 Summit StreetAfter-the-fact installation of signageApproved
2023-0021/4/20231001 West 4th StreetInstallation of signageApproved
2023-0031/4/2023
310 West 4th Street;
Nissen Building
After-the-fact installation of signageApproved
2023-0093/1/2023533 Summit StInstallation of a rear yard fenceApproved
2023-0133/1/2023817 S Church StInstallation of railingApproved
2023-0143/1/2023Rogers House
102 S Cherry St
Alterations and after-the-fact alterations of the exterior and interior of the building and siteApproved/Denied
2023-018
4/12/2023
133 West End Boulevard
After-the-fact replacement of the porch roof, installation of handrails, and paving of the driveway
Approved/Denied
2023-019
4/12/2023
533 Summit Street
Revision of COA2023-009 to use horizontal wooden rails between the brick piers
Denied
2023-020
4/12/2023
114 Piedmont Avenue
Expansion of an existing rear addition
Approved
2023-024
4/12/2023
909 West End Boulevard
Replacement of the tin and asphalt shingle roof with asphalt shingle
Approved
2023-025
4/12/2023
102 South Cherry Street
After-the-fact wall installation
Approved
2023-026
4/12/2023
633 North Liberty Street
Installation of signageApproved
2023-0274/12/2023
109 Piedmont Avenue
Repair and replacement of windows
Approved
2023-0385/3/2023 (continued to 6/7/2023)

133 West End Boulevard

After-the-fact construction of a retaining wall
Approved
2023-0395/3/2023
418 West End Boulevard
Exterior renovation, addition, and installation of signage
Approved
2023-0415/3/2023
(continued to 6/7/2023)
102 South Cherry Street
After-the-fact alterations of the entire building
Approved
2023-0425/3/2023
848 West Fifth Street
Installation of signage
Approved
2023-0476/7/2023101 South Marshall Street
Sign Installation
Approved
2023-0516/7/20239 East Academy Street
Installation of ADA ramp, porch, and railing
Approved
2023-0526/7/2023
601 South Church Street
Installation of ADA ramp
Approved
2023-0536/7/20233 East Academy Street
Painting the foundation and foundation joints
Approved
2023-0556/7/2023
850 Chatham Road
Rehabilitation of building
Approved
2023-059
8/2/2023

515 Jersey Avenue, Martin House

After-the-fact installation of a rear yard fence
Approved
2023-0618/2/2023
300 South Liberty Street, Winston-Salem Southbound Freight Warehouse and Office
Signage Installation
Approved
2023-0678/2/2023
255 Glade View Court
New construction of a single-family house
Approved
2023-0688/2/2023
102 South Cherry Street, Rogers House
Installation of artificial grass
Denied
2023-0748/2/2023
601 S Church Street building 25, Rondthaler-Gramley House
Installation of ADA ramp and railing
Approved
2023-0758/2/2023

420 Summit Street, B.J. Sheppard House; 434 Summit Street, Jacob Lott Ludlow House

Installation of signage
Approved
2023-0778/2/2023

1121 West End Boulevard Apartments

After-the-fact exterior alterations
Approved
2023-0879/6/2023842 West Sixth Street
Exterior alterations and replacement of windows
Approved
2023-0889/6/20231017 West Fifth Street
Installation of four (4) new windows
Approved
2023-09810/4/2023

842 West Sixth Street House


After-the-fact installation of a retaining wall
Approved
2023-09910/4/2023313 South Main Street, Belo-Stockton House
Change the paint color on the exterior
Approved
2023-11111/1/2023

1003 Brookstown Avenue, West End Café


After-the-fact installation of signage
Approved
2023-11311/1/2023102 South Cherry Street, Rogers House
Installation of signage
Approved
2023-11712/6/2023

142 West End Boulevard, William T. Myers House


After-the-fact replacement of a modern door with a window

2023-11812/6/2023

256 West End Boulevard House


Installation of a side- and rear-yard fence

2023-12212/6/2023
102 Cherry Street, 
Rogers House
Alteration of proposed outbuilding


Minor Work Certificate of Appropriateness Reports - 2023

BY MEETING DATE


January 4, 2023February 1, 2023March 1, 2023April 12, 2023
May 3, 2023June 7, 2023July 2023August 2, 2023
September 6, 2023October 4, 2023November 1, 2023December 6, 2023


Major Work Certificate of Appropriateness Applications - 2022

COA APplicationmeeting dateaddressstaff reportcoa
2022-0011/5/2022709 Manly StreetConstruction of an additionApproval
2022-0103/2/2022914 West End BoulevardConstruction of an outbuildingApproval
2022-0174/6/2022510 Salisbury Street, Kernersville
Replace deteriorated wood siding with wood clapboards on a nonoriginal addition
Approval
2022-0184/6/2022
860-862 West Fourth Street
Installation of new signage
Approval
2022-0194/6/2022
Right-of-way at Shamrock and West Fourth Street
Installation of a new utility pole and wireless antenna
Approval
2022-0204/6/2022
1001 West Fifth Street
Replacement of porch columns
Approval
2022-021
5/4/2022102 South Cherry Street
New Outbuilding
Approval
2022-0295/4/2022
633 North Liberty Street
After-the-Fact Singage installation
Denial
2022-0306/1/2022
930 West Fourth Street
Installation of signage
Approval
2022-0428/3/2022823 South Church Street     Anna Johanna Vogler House
Removal of American Holly Tree
Approval
2022-049
8/3/2022
Right-of-way at 888 West Fourth Street and 132 North Sunset Drive
Replacement of a utility pole and installation of a wireless antenna
Denial
2022-0548/3/2022

814 West End Boulevard; Plumly-Hanes House

Installation of a pool, fence, and paving
Approval
2022-064 8/3/2022
207 Glade View Court
Construction of a house
Approval
2022-0678/3/2022

230 North Sunset Drive

Replacement of an entrance stair
Approval
2022-068 8/3/2022

800 West End Boulevard; Glenn-Angelo-Walker House Servant's House

Demolition of the servant's house
Approval
2022-0708/3/2022

800 West End Boulevard; Glenn-Angelo-Walker House

Construction of an outbuilding
Approval
2022-071 8/3/2022

800 West End Boulevard; Glenn-Angelo-Walker House

Enclosure of the rear screened-in porchApproval
2022-0759/7/2022455 South Main Street
Install new HVAC systemDenial
2022-0779/7/2022500 North Broad StreetDemolition of the buildingApproval
2022-0789/7/20221012 Glade Street and
1001 West Fourth Street
Installation of a pergola and gazeboApproval
2022-080
9/7/2022633 North Liberty StreetHVAC/mechanical equipment and screeningApproval
2022-08510/5/2022920 South Church StreetDemolition of structureApproval
2022-08610/5/2022
225 West Street; Single Brothers Kitchen GardensInstallation of fencing and gatesApproval
2022-08710/5/2022
500 Factory Row; John Ackerman HouseAfter-the-fact painting of window trimApproval
2022-08910/5/2022
260 Glade View CourtConstruction of a single-family houseApproval
2022-11312/7/2022102 South Cherry Street; Rogers House
After-the-Fact removal and replacement of entrance stair
Approval
2022-11412/7/2022

750 Summit Street; I Can't Believe It's Yogurt! Store

Installation of new signage
Approval
2022-11712/7/2022
411 South Main Street; Charles A. Cooper House
Removal and replace windows
Approval


Minor Work Certificate of Appropriateness Reports - 2022

By Meeting date


January 5, 2022February 2, 2022March 2, 2022April 6, 2022
May 4, 2022June 1, 2022July 6, 2022August 3, 2022
September 7, 2022October 5, 2022November 2, 2022December 7, 2022


Major Work Certificate of Appropriateness Applications - 2021

COA
APPLICATION
MEETING
DATE

ADDRESS

STAFF REPORT

COA
2021-0011/6/20212163 and 2147 Bethabara RoadInstallation of signageApproved
2021-0021/6/2021848 West Fifth StreetInstallation of signageApproved
2021-0052/3/2021914 Carolina Avenue
After-the-fact grading and paving
Approved
2021-0062/3/20211100 block of West Fourth Street (odd side)
New construction
Approved
2021-0103/3/20211101 West Fourth Street
Replacement of the slate roof with CertainTeed Grand Manor shingles
Approved
2021-0123/3/20211404 Clover Street
After-the-fact porch deck replacement with Azek composite boards
Denied
2021-0295/5/2021823 South Church Street
After-the-fact installation of chimney screens
Approved
2021-0376/2/2021916 West Fourth StreetConstruction of an additionApproved
2021-050
8/4/2021Old Salem Historic District
Installation of signs for Salem Pathways Program
Approved
2021-0518/4/2021
500 Factory Row
Construction of a rear-yard outbuilding
Approved
2021-0528/4/2021
600 South Main Street
After-the-fact installation of a gate
Approved
2021-0568/4/2021
421 Summit Street
Adaptive reuse
Approved
2021-0578/4/2021
919 and 921 South Main Street
Repainting of the exterior of the house, shop, and fence
Approved
2021-0588/4/2021
513, 519, and 529 South Church Street
Replacement of brick retaining wall; installation of handrail and exterior stair; removal of two trees
Approved
2021-0629/1/2021923 West End BoulevardInstallation of a fenceApproved
2021-0639/1/2021111 South Sunset DriveAfter-the-fact porch remodel and replacement of landscape railingsApproved in part
2021-0659/1/20211111 Brookstown AvenueLandscape improvements and porch floor replacementApproved in part
2021-07110/6/2021418 West End Boulevard
After-the-fact replacement of terracotta copingApproved
2021-07310/6/2021
411 South Main StreetInstallation of a parking areaApproved
2021-07410/6/2021
1000 and 1100 blocks of West End BoulevardInstallation of traffic calming featuresApproved
2021-07710/6/2021
Old Salem RoadLiberty/Main two-way conversion projectWithdrawn
2021-08211/3/2021Academy Street, Liberty Street, Main Street, and Old Salem RoadLiberty/Main two-way conversion projectApproved
2021-08311/3/2021633 North Liberty StreetComprehensive rehabilitation of building (exterior and interior)Approved
2021-08411/3/20212147 Bethabara RoadInstallation of signageApproved
2021-08911/3/2021301 North Main StreetInstallation of signageApproved
2021-09011/3/2021723 South Main StreetChange of exterior paint colorWithdrawn
2021-09512/1/2021
420 Summit Street
Demolition of the garage
Approved


Minor Work Certificate of Appropriateness Reports - 2021

BY MEETING DATE
January 6, 2021February 3, 2021March 3, 2021April 7, 2021
May 5, 2021June 2, 2021July 7, 2021August 4, 2021
September 1, 2021October 6, 2021November 3, 2021December 1, 2021


Major Work Certificate of Appropriateness Applications - 2020

COA APPLICATIONMEETING DATEADDRESSSTAFF REPORTCOA
2020-0021/2/2020424 West Fourth StreetInstallation of signageApproved
2020-0031/2/20201124 West Fourth StreetConstruction of a 1-story rear additionApproved
2020-0041/2/2020508 Salt StreetFence and installation of stone faced retaining wallApproved
2020-0052/5/20202147 Bethabara RoadInstallation of RailingApproved
2020-0062/5/20202147 Bethabara RoadInstallation of outdoor interpretive signsApproved
2020-0082/5/2020644 North Spring StreetInstallation of solar panelsDenied
2020-0092/5/20201001 West Fifth StreetConstruction of a screened porchApproved
2020-0122/5/2020421 Summit StreetBuilding rehabilitation & construction of a rooftop additionApproved
2020-020
3/4/2020
455 South Main Street
Installation of internet receiver
Approved
2020-023
3/4/2020
644 North Spring Street
Installation of solar panels
Withdrawn
2020-025
420 Summit StreetMaster landscape planApproved
2020-026
1264 W. Fourth StreetAfter the fact driveway replacementApproved
2020-0307/1/2020
118 S. Cherry StreetAfter-the-fact installation of windows and siding, mailbox, and exterior lighting; Installation of metal balconiesApproved
2020-0317/1/2020
508 Salt StreetInstallation of fencing, stone retaining wall, and patioApproved
2020-0537/1/2020908 Carolina Avenue A & BAfter-the-fact façade redesign and rear additionApproved
2020-058
7/1/2020
112 W. Stratford RoadInterior kitchen renovationWithdrawn
2020-060
7/1/2020
Old Salem RoadInstallation of wayfinding signsApproved
2020-0637/1/2020
319 S. Main StreetInstallation of a car chargerApproved
2020-0687/1/2020
1000 Carolina AvenueAfter-the-fact construction of a deckApproved
2020-0697/1/2020
851-855 W. Fifth StreetMaster landscape planApproved
2020-0707/1/2020
240 N. Sunset DriveAfter-the-fact exterior rehabilitationApproved
2020-0138/5/2020

605 Jersey Avenue

After-the-fact door and window replacement

Approved
2020-0838/5/2020

601 South Church Street Buildings 6 and 14; 9 East Academy Street

Installation of educational signage

Approved
2020-0848/5/2020

2770 Chatham Farm Road

Construction of an addition and interior alterations

Approved
2020-0858/5/2020

500 Factory Row

Construction of an outbuilding

Continued to
11/4/2020
2020-0919/2/2020923 West End Boulevard
Fence installation
Denied
2020-0929/2/20201404 West Northwest Boulevard
Park improvements
Approved
2020-0939/2/2020NE corner of Spring and W. Sixth Streets
Construction of a duplex
Approved
2020-0949/2/20201519 Jarvis Street
After-the-fact vinyl window and siding installation
Denied
2020-10010/7/2020146 Piedmont AvenueAfter-the-fact fence installation
Denied
2020-10310/7/2020901 West Fourth StreetEnclosure of attached patio
Approved
2020-08511/4/2020500 Factory RowConstruction of an outbuilding - additional materialWithdrawn
2020-10511/4/2020835 Carolina Avenue
After-the-fact installation of trellis panels
Approved
2020-11111/4/20201101 Glade Street
Replacement of slate roof
Approved
2020-11311/4/2020813 South Church Street
Rear landscaping, including new planting beds, fences, and paver pads
Approved
2020-11411/4/20202881 Shorefair Drive
Construction of an outbuilding
Approved
2020-11511/4/2020490-492 West End Boulevard
Installation of painted wall signage
Approved
2020-11711/4/2020Old Salem Historic District
Temporary installation of string lighting
Withdrawn
2020-123
Part 1
Part 2
12/2/2020Old Salem Historic DistrictComprehensive Streetscape and Infrastructure Improvements Project
Approved
2020-12612/2/2020823 South Church StreetInstallation of site improvements including stone steps and a retaining wall, construction of a new outbuilding, site work/landscaping work, extension of the picket fence, and resurfacing of the driveway
Approved


Minor Work Certificate of Appropriateness Reports - 2020

By Meeting Date
January 2, 2020February 5, 2020March 4, 2020April 1, 2020
May 6, 2020July 1, 2020August 5, 2020September 2, 2020
October 7, 2020November 4, 2020December 2, 2020


Major Work Certificate of Appropriateness Applications - 2019

COA ApplicationMeeting DateAddressStaff ReportCOA
2019-0011/2/2019104 West Fourth StreetSign installationApproved
2019-0052/6/20192147 Bethabara RoadReplacement of wood stepsApproved
2019-0062/6/2019915 West End BoulevardInstallation of hardscape elements and ground coverApproved
2019-0072/6/2019823 South Church StreetReplacement of an existing fenceApproved
2019-0082/6/2019821 South Church StreetAfter-the-fact soil movingApproved
2019-0123/6/20191259 West Fourth StreetAfter-the-fact removal of a maple treeApproved
2019-0133/6/2019434 Summit StreetExterior rehabilitation and stabilizationApproved
2019-0155/1/2019109-115 West End BoulevardExterior porch, stair and patio replacementsApproved
2019-0224/3/2019438 South Main StreetInstallation of electric lantern-style fixture at the entry doorApproved
2019-0234/3/20191820 South Main StreetInterior alterations of the attic and dining roomApproved
2019-0244/3/2019421 Summit StreetWidening of the Summit Street sidewalkApproved
2019-0254/3/20191100 to 1300 blocks West Fourth Street (odd and even)Installation of curb extensions and high-visibility crosswalksApproved
2019-0365/1/2019438 South Main StreetInstallation of signageWithdrawn
2019-0375/1/2019901 West Fourth StreetAfter-the-fact tree removalApproved
2019-0385/1/2019835 Carolina AvenueAfter-the-fact installation of a rear yard fenceApproved
2019-0486/5/2019252 Glade View CourtConstruction of a single-family residenceApproved
2019-0496/5/2019Historic Bethabara ParkInstallation of interpretive signsApproved
2019-0526/5/2019907 South Church StreetInstallation of Moravian-style garden and removal of a magnolia treeApproved
2019-0536/5/2019821 West End BoulevardInstallation of a 6’-high trellis fenceDenied
2019-0546/5/2019433 South Main StreetInstallation of interpretive signsApproved
2019-0629/4/2019923 West End BoulevardAfter-the-fact installation of a highly-visible fence; master landscape planFence denied/
planting approved
2019-0678/7/2019Cedar Avenue (300-400 blocks of South Church Street)Installation of signageApproved
2019-0738/7/2019511 South Main StreetInstallation of signageApproved
2019-0748/7/20191210 West Fourth StreetAfter-the-fact installation of a new windowApproved
2019-0758/7/2019800 West End BoulevardCapping of concrete stepsApproved
2019-0829/4/2019851-855 West Fifth StreetDemolition of the J. J. Easley HouseApproved
2019-0839/4/2019823 West Fifth StreetDemolition of the Frank L. Matthews HouseApproved
2019-0859/4/2019854/858 West Fourth StreetInstallation of egress measures & HVAC units on the roofApproved
2019-0869/4/2019508 Salt StreetAfter-the-fact grading work, installation of PVC downspouts, timber retaining wall and brick paver patio and walkwayApproved/
timber retaining wall denied
2019-0879/4/2019500 Factory RowInstallation of an egress window and window wellWithdrawn
2019-0899/4/2019438 South Main StreetAfter-the-fact installation of a camera-equipped door bell and a motion-activated camera/light and electrical outletApproved
2019-09810/2/2019118 South Cherry StreetLandscape plan, expansion of parking area and after-the-fact tree removal and clearing of the vegetation on the siteApproved
2019-09910/2/20191404 Northwest BoulevardImprovements to the softball fieldWithdrawn
2019-10010/2/2019813 South Church StreetAfter-the-fact installation of a flood light, security cameras, hanging light fixture in rear porch area and relocation of flood lightApproved
2019-11111/6/2019775 West End BoulevardRemoval of a rep maple and boxelderDenied
2019-11212/4/20191404 Northwest BoulevardImprovements to the South Quad softball fieldApproved
2019-11511/6/2019626 South Main StreetSignage installationApproved
2019-11611/6/2019Northeast corner of North Spring Street and West Sixth StreetConstruction of a triplexWithdrawn
2019-12812/4/2019750 Summit StreetInstallation of signageApproved
2019-13012/4/2019601 South Church StreetInstallation of signageApproved
2019-13112/4/2019835 Carolina AvenueAfter-the-fact construction of a parking pad and removal of a maple tree; construction of a deckApproved


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