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Preserve the ‘Burg is often asked if there are benefits to a property being designated historic, either as a local landmark or listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The answer is a resounding yes! And the benefits typically apply whether the building is individually listed or listed as a contributing building to a historic district. The benefits can range from financial incentives, in the form of tax credits or reduced property taxes, to flexibility in the application of zoning and land use provisions, to the pride an owner receives in having the historic, architectural or cultural value of their property recognized. Below, I will identify and briefly describe some of these benefits.
A reader posed the question: "Peter, is there a difference between 'National Register' and 'Local Register' designation of historic properties?" And Peter answered: "Yes! National and Local Listing of Historic Properties differ, and it is an important distinction!"
Weather you're a long-time community advocate or just curious about your older home, a preservation professional or looking to inspire a some-day architect, our Preservation Month reading list is a collection of our favorite classics and recently published books on our preservation book shelf, in no particular order.
