The City of Allentown is launching a Historic Resources Survey and Digitization Initiative to update and modernize records for more than 2,000 properties within the city’s three historic districts.
Allentown Launches Historic Properties Resources Survey & Digitization Effort Community meeting to be held February 17 to discuss project
February 11, 2025 – The City of Allentown is launching a Historic Resources Survey and Digitization Initiative to update and modernize records for more than 2,000 properties within the city’s three historic districts: Old Allentown, Old Fairgrounds, and West Park. This initiative will enhance the preservation and accessibility of historical property records while ensuring the city's rich architectural history is properly documented.
To kick off this project, the City of Allentown will hold a public meeting to inform residents about the importance and benefits of historic preservation. The meeting will also serve as an opportunity for community members to share their thoughts, ideas, and insights on the effort.The meeting will be held: • Monday, February 17, 2025, at 6:00 PM• Allentown City Hall 5th Floor Conference Room, 435 Hamilton Street• Parking is available at 401 Hamilton Street. Attendees will be given chaser tickets to pay for parking.
The meeting can also be attended virtually via Microsoft Teams with the following information:• bit.ly/HRSMeeting (case sensitive)• Meeting ID: 222 484 403 180 • Passcode: cf9QU7Fx
For those who cannot attend the meeting, we encourage them to fill out a short questionnaire: https://bit.ly/HRSquestionnaire (English) or https://bit.ly/HRSencuesta (Spanish)
“Allentown’s historic districts are a vital part of our city’s identity, and this survey will ensure we have an accurate, modernized record of the architectural character that make our community unique,” said Jennifer Gomez, Director of Allentown’s Bureau of Planning and Zoning. “By digitizing this information, we’re not only preserving the past but also making it more accessible for future planning, education, and preservation efforts. We encourage residents to take part in this initiative and help preserve the historic character of Allentown.”
From February 17-21, 2025, City staff and a consultant team from Landmarks SGA and LGA Partners will document properties within Allentown’s Historic Districts. Survey teams will be walking through the area, taking exterior photographs, and noting architectural details from public spaces. Team members will carry proper identification, respect residents’ properties, and will not enter private property.
For more information, residents can contact the City’s Planning Bureau at (610) 437-7613 extensions 2865 or 2859.