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What it Means to Adopt a
Preservation Ordinance

A Preservation Ordinance Does:

  • Provide a municipal policy for the protection of historic properties.
  • Establish an objective and democratic process for designating historical properties.
  • Protect the integrity of designated historic properties with a design review requirement.
  • Authorize design guidelines for new development within historic districts to ensure that it is not destructive to the area's historic character.
  • Stabilize declining neighborhoods and protects and enhances property values.

    A Preservation Ordinance Does NOT:
  • Require permission to paint your house or review color selection.
  • Require that historic properties be opened for tours.
  • Restrict the sale of the property.
  • Require improvements, changes, or restoration of the property.
  • Prevent new construction within historic areas.
  • Require approval for ordinary repair or maintenance.

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    Information provided by
    Georgia Alliance of Preservation Commissions
    School of Environmental Design
    Office of Preservation Services
    University of Georgia
    609 Caldwell Hall
    Athens, Georgia 30602

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