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Town of Malta Historic Preservation Ordinance
Date Added: Saturday, May 6, 2017Historic Preservation, Landmarks & Historical Districts
New York
Municipal
Article XV, Chapter 167 of the Town Code for the Town of Malta regulates the use of historic areas of the town. The Chapter declares the protection and enhancement of landmarks and historic districts as a necessary matter of public policy for the promotion of economic, cultural and general welfare of the Town...
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Town of Irondequoit Historic Preservation Ordinance
Date Added: Friday, May 5, 2017Historic Preservation, Local Boards, Landmarks & Historical Districts
New York
Municipal
Chapter 236 of the Town Code for the Town of Irondequoit recognizes the rich, varied history of Irondequoit. It was enacted to protect and enhance the landmarks and historic districts which represent distinctive elements of Irondequoit's historic, architectural, and cultural heritage; to foster civic pride in the accomplishments of the past; to protect and enhance Irondequoit's appeal to visitors and the support and stimulus to the economy thereby provided; and to insure the harmonious, orderly, and efficient growth and development of the Town..
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State of Illinois Historic District & Landmark Preservation – Municipal Ordinance
Date Added: Friday, May 5, 2017Historic District Preservation, Landmark Preservation, State Land Use Law, Landmarks & Historical Districts
Illinois
State
Corporate municipal authorities are afforded broad authority to identify and create subsidiary boards, as needed, to preserve scenic and historic resources, including natural and manmade buildings, landmarks, and landscapes. Municipal authorities are charged to prevent the “disappearance [of] areas, places, buildings, structures, works of art and other objects having special historical, community, or aesthetic interest or value.” Municipal authorities may establish economic incentives and other agreements to encourage the acquisition, donation..
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Village of Tarrytown Historic Districts & Landmarks Ordinance
Date Added: Thursday, January 19, 2017Landmarks & Historical Districts
New York
Municipal
The Historic Districts and Landmarks Ordinance was created to protect and promote the use of historic districts and landmark sites which will stabilize and improve property values while also attracting tourists and visitors...
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