Historic Preservation

The City's Historic Preservation Ordinance was established to:

• Foster awareness of the City's unique history embodied in its architecture and historic sites.
• Protect the character of areas which have significant historic, architectural, or aesthetic features.
• Protect and increase property value of historic areas and designated sites.

The Historic Preservation Commission is a group of citizens appointed to:

• Interpret and apply review standards to building permits applications and development projects in the Historic District.
• Review and recommend to the City Council on designation of new historic districts or landmarks.
• Inform and educate citizens of the historic and architectural heritage of the City.
• Consult and assist property owners of historic buildings.
• Review and recommend on Facade Improvement Grants.