A historic property is a site, building or structure with historic significance due to its age, architecture or its history; historic properties may be simply commonly acknowledged as such or they may be designated or listed as historic by a national, state or local program.

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nps.gov
thc.texas.gov

Additionally, many municipalities have landmark programs that ‘designate’ historic properties.

Designation of a historic property typically means a property has been designated (or listed) as a historic property by a national, state or local public agency. Listing in the National Register of Historic Places and Recorded Texas Historic Landmarks are typically educational in nature and offer little or no protection for the property.

However, many local municipalities have historic designation programs that do offer protection to historic buildings, structures and districts. These protections may include guidelines for making changes to the exterior of the property and prohibition of demolition. Local designation is typically the strongest designation tool available.

A historic marker is a permanent, descriptive sign or plaque attached to a site, building or structure noting its historic significance; they are an excellent way to both educate others and bring recognition to the historic resource. There are several marker programs available to designated historic properties.

For additional information please visit:
nps.gov
thc.texas.gov

Consult with your city government or visit the websites provided here for more information. Markers do not generally offer any protection to the historic resource.

Preservation architecture is the practice of preserving or restoring historic properties by an architect trained and experienced in this area of expertise.

If you have a historic property that needs repair or improvements to meet current-day standards for safety, accessibility or function, you should consult with a Preservation Architect. The Preservation Architect will be able to address the needs of your building without damaging historic materials and without affecting the historic character of your property.

Preservation architecture is the practice of preserving or restoring historic properties by an architect trained and experienced in this area of expertise.

If you have a historic property that needs repair or improvements to meet current-day standards for safety, accessibility or function, you should consult with a Preservation Architect. The Preservation Architect will be able to address the needs of your building without damaging historic materials and without affecting the historic character of your property.

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