How do I nominate a building or district for the National Register?
This process begins at the state level. You must first begin by compiling information on a Historic Resource Survey Form. This helps the BHP (Bureau for Historic Preservation) assess the eligibility of buildings, structures, sites, objects and historic resources for listing in the National Register, and the status with respect to state priorities for processing nominations. The Historic Resource Survey Form consists of three sheets: a Photo/Site Plan Sheet, a Data Sheet, and a Narrative Sheet. Completed survey forms must be returned to the BHP. A written response is normally received in approximately 30 days. If the property appears to meet National Register Criteria, and possesses a nomination priority as established by the State Historic Preservation Board, the applicant will be sent a National Register Registration Form and instructions for continuing the nomination process as follows: • The applicant prepares the National Register form following state and federal guidelines • The H
