City of Mineral Wells Begins Process to Establish First Historic Preservation Program

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City of Mineral Wells Begins Process to Establish First Historic Preservation Program

August 07

12:37 2026

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Reporting By Amy Meyer | Mineral Wells Area News

MINERAL WELLS, Texas — The City of Mineral Wells is taking the first step toward protecting its historic character by developing its first-ever historic preservation program, with community input playing a key role in shaping the process.

As part of the City’s ongoing Unified Development Code (UDC) update, officials will spend the next several months developing a historic preservation ordinance that establishes how local historic landmarks and historic districts may be designated and managed in the future.

Residents are invited to learn more and share their feedback during a public meeting on Monday, Aug. 10, from 6 to 8 p.m. in the City Council Chambers at 115 S.W. First Ave. The meeting will also be livestreamed on the City’s website, and a recording of the presentation will be available afterward for those unable to attend in person.

City officials emphasize that the proposed ordinance does not designate any properties as historic landmarks or historic districts. Instead, it creates the legal framework and process the City would use should future designations be considered. The ordinance would also establish procedures for reviewing changes to designated historic properties and create a Landmark Commission, appointed by the City Council, to administer the program after adoption.

While Mineral Wells’ Central Historic District was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2020, that designation is honorary and does not provide local oversight or protection. City leaders say the proposed ordinance would give Mineral Wells the ability to better preserve and manage its historic resources for future generations.

The project is being led by Development Services Director Richard Glass and Main Street Manager Kristin Jaworski, with assistance from historic preservation consultant Steph McDougal of Stantec Consulting Services. Members of the City’s Economic Vitality and Design Committee, along with other City staff, are also participating in the effort.

A draft of the proposed historic preservation ordinance is available for public review online and at the Boyce Ditto Public Library reference desk. Residents may also submit questions and comments through an online feedback form before the ordinance is finalized.