Research is progressing on nominations for Local Historic Landmarks. The Old City Hall/Police Building and City Memorial Hospital & Nurses Home are being researched to be included on the list of Local Historic Landmarks.
Promotion of adopting the NC Rehab Code by the City of Thomasville has begun. Adoption of the Rehab Code will ease the burden on building owners renovating historic properties. Information on the NC Rehab Code can be found at www.ncrehabcode.com
Monday, May 21, 2007
Friday, April 20, 2007
May is National Preservation month
Sponsored by the National Trust for Historic Preservation, the theme this year is "Making Preservation Work!" Historic Preservation needs to be a community effort in order to be successful.
There are several things every person can do to help preserve their community. Getting out of your car for a walk allows you to appreciate the buildings and parks where you live. Tour the historic districts in your town instead of driving past. Attend a local historic preservation commission meeting or even become a volunteer for the commission. Visit the library and read about the local history or even research the history of your own neighborhood.
Without local support Historic Preservation efforts would be lost along with the character of the community. It is important to celebrate the role of history in our lives and the contributions made by dedicated individuals in helping to preserve all aspects of the heritage that has shaped our towns.
There are several things every person can do to help preserve their community. Getting out of your car for a walk allows you to appreciate the buildings and parks where you live. Tour the historic districts in your town instead of driving past. Attend a local historic preservation commission meeting or even become a volunteer for the commission. Visit the library and read about the local history or even research the history of your own neighborhood.
Without local support Historic Preservation efforts would be lost along with the character of the community. It is important to celebrate the role of history in our lives and the contributions made by dedicated individuals in helping to preserve all aspects of the heritage that has shaped our towns.
Historic Districts: 15 Frequently Asked Questions, Part 4
Q. I may want to redesign the interior of my house. Will that require a Certificate of
Appropriateness from the Historic Preservation Commission?
A.No, it won’t. The Commission deals only with exterior changes. You may make any interior changes you want as long as they are in accordance with standard zoning regulations and building codes of the City of Thomasville.
Appropriateness from the Historic Preservation Commission?
A.No, it won’t. The Commission deals only with exterior changes. You may make any interior changes you want as long as they are in accordance with standard zoning regulations and building codes of the City of Thomasville.
Highlights From the April Meeting
Dedications for two new markers were announced. The city's third Civil War Trails marker was dedicated on March 24th and the Culbreth -Harris American Legion Hut marker was dedicated on April 11.
The Commission learned that it had not received the 2007 Historic Preservation Fund Grant. Money from the grant would have been used to fund National Register Nomination of Randolph Street Historic District.
The Thomasville Beautification Commission has offered to assist historic property owners in clean up and minor repairs. Owners will need to supply needed materials and equipment and volunteers from the Beautification Commission will provide the labor.
The Commission learned that it had not received the 2007 Historic Preservation Fund Grant. Money from the grant would have been used to fund National Register Nomination of Randolph Street Historic District.
The Thomasville Beautification Commission has offered to assist historic property owners in clean up and minor repairs. Owners will need to supply needed materials and equipment and volunteers from the Beautification Commission will provide the labor.
Tuesday, March 20, 2007
Historic Districts: 15 Frequently Asked Questions, Part 3
Q. I've heard there are controls on what can be done to the properties in a Historic District. Am I going to have to ask someone before I repaint my house?
A. No. There are controls to help maintain the special character and qualities of a Historic District. The Historic Preservation Commission must issue a Certificate of Appropriateness, based upon local Design Guidelines, before buildings or their appurtenant fixtures may be constructed, altered, demolished, or reconstructed. But if you use the same or similar color of paint no permission is required to repaint your house. It is assumed that people will continue to exercise the same good taste they have shown in the past. The Commission is available to advise those desiring assistance.
A. No. There are controls to help maintain the special character and qualities of a Historic District. The Historic Preservation Commission must issue a Certificate of Appropriateness, based upon local Design Guidelines, before buildings or their appurtenant fixtures may be constructed, altered, demolished, or reconstructed. But if you use the same or similar color of paint no permission is required to repaint your house. It is assumed that people will continue to exercise the same good taste they have shown in the past. The Commission is available to advise those desiring assistance.
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