What are benefits of being in a Historic District?
The National Trust for Historic Preservation has found the following benefits result from local historic districts: • Local districts retain the sense of place and quality of life that make a community unique. • Local districts protect the investments of owners and residents. • Local districts encourage better quality design. • Local districts protect the environment by encouraging revitalization of neighborhoods and conserving existing building stock. • Local districts serve as an educational tool about a community’s history for residents and visitors. • Local districts result in positive economic impacts from tourism. • Protection of local districts can enhance business recruitment. • Local districts provide social and psychological benefits.
