This commission was established by Ordinance § 82-13. The duty of the commission is to review all plans for the construction, addition, alteration, repair, moving, excavation, or demolition of resources in a historic district.

The commission consists of seven members whose residence is located within the City of Royal Oak appointed by the city commission. A majority of the members shall have a clearly demonstrated interest in or knowledge of historic preservation. They serve three-year terms. Students are eligible to sit on this commission.

The commission meets the 3rd Tuesday of each month. 

Members who serve three full consecutive terms may be reappointed at the discretion of  the city commission.