What does being in a municipal historic district mean and what is “allowed” in historic district?
A. The historic district designation process is part of a historic preservation ordinance which helps protect the architectural and historical integrity of Harrisburg’s neighborhoods. The ordinance requires that the HARB and City Council review plans for exterior work on buildings within historic districts to avoid unnecessary demolition, inappropriate alterations or additions to buildings and compatible new construction. In-kind repair/ replacement (same look and material) is permitted, but alterations to the look or material that is visible from a right-of-way require HARB/City Council review.
