[MassHistPres] Historic preservation using commercial village overlay experiences

[sally milne]

Good Morning.
    I was hoping someone on the list might have had some experience with commercial zoning overlays in attempts to preserve historic character.
Specifically we have an area zoned commercial that has been nominated to proceed with National register Designation. We have been unable to find funds to submit the papers so far. It was suggested we might be able to use the Commercial village overlay in the meantime. Has anyone used this approach and  with what results.?

Thanks,
Sally Urbano
Individually Harwich, Ma.