FAQs

  1. What Township ordinance established the Historic Preservation Commission?
  2. How do I know if my home or other structure is "historic" and qualifies to be placed on the Township ordinance as an "historic landmark"?
  3. If I want to protect my historic house, what do I need to do?
  4. How do I research the history of my house?
  5. What documentation do I need to prove that my house is historic?
  6. What resources are available?
  7. If I list my property/structure on the Historic Element of the Municipal Code as an historic site, does that mean that I cannot change anything in/on it?
  8. Why should I place my home on the Historic Element of the Township Code?
  9. Is there any tax incentive or financial benefit to listing my house on the ordinance?