Design Review Board

Meetings

The board routinely meets twice every month.

Agendas & Minutes

Agendas are available prior to the meetings. Minutes are available following approval.

View Most Recent Agendas and Minutes

Members

  • Eric Boeldt
  • Joseph Herrle (Vice-Chair)
  • Laird Jones (Chair)
  • Michael Sanzotti
  • Jonathan Swart

Member Information

The Design Review Board consists of five residents of the Borough who are appointed by the Borough Council for four-year terms.

About the Board

The board members have the following responsibilities:

  • Advise Borough Council on matters pertaining to design
  • Advocate for community sensitive design in new construction
  • Serve as a clearinghouse for information and education on design

Planning

The Board also works closely with the Planning Commission.

Contact

Please call the Planning Department with questions regarding the State College Borough Design Review Board at 814-234-7109.

Awards

Focus on Appearance Award

For excellence in design, aesthetics and/or safety enhancements to Borough properties. These projects go above and beyond basic renovations or construction project requirements by enhancing the overall quality of the Borough through various improvements:

  • Creative facades
  • Advanced design concepts
  • Excellence in craftsmanship and materials
  • Historic preservation
  • Pedestrian and bicycle facility improvements

Past Recipients

Ingrid P. Holtzman Award

The Ingrid P. Holtzman Award is given at the annual Authorities, Board, and Commissions (ABC) dinner to an individual or organization that provides a quality design project to the community. The design project should meet the majority of the following guidelines:

  • Blends neighborhoods and maintains the historic character of the property/or neighborhood
  • Is deemed a benchmark project
  • Provides a nice site and has outstanding design features
  • Provides a public space for community for events or is a charitable use (i.e. affordable housing)
  • Uses elegant building materials
    innovated plantings
    and sustainable products
  • Incorporates local artwork

Past Recipients