Stonington — The Planning and Zoning Commission voted unanimously Tuesday night to recommend the town proceed with enacting a 90-day delay on the demolition of buildings.
In addition, commission members agreed to investigate the possibility of creating village districts that could help further protect historic structures.
If the Board of Selectmen supports the demolition ordinance, it could be sent to a town meeting for voter approval later this year. If enacted, the demolition delay also would apply to the borough.
The commission's decision came after members received a Historic Preservation Strategies Report prepared by Town Planner Keith Brynes that offers options for preserving the town's historic buildings. These include implementing demolition delays, creating historic and village districts and offering preservation incentives.