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NEW HOUSTON HEIGHTS HISTORIC GUIDELINES EFFECTIVE DATE
COA Fees have changed, effective January 1, 2019
The COA application fee is based on your project type. Each application will require a separate fee. Applications to revise previously approved COAs or to resubmit after denial will be charged the full application fee.
Contact the Historic Preservation Office
The Planning and Development Historic Preservation staff is trained in navigating the requirements of the Historic Preservation code and assisting citizens in historic property designation and stewardship. Contact us at 832.393.6556 or historicpreservation@houstontx.gov
New initiatives & announcements
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Houston Archaeological and Historical Commission (HAHC)
Historic Preservation Tracker
All Certificate of Appropriateness (COA) applications will be accepted electronically through Preservation Tracker. Preservation Tracker allows historic property owners and their agents to submit Certificate of Appropriateness (COA) applications. Applicants and the public will be able to track the progress of COA applications, and view and download HAHC agendas and meeting minutes.
Historic Preservation Manual
The Historic Preservation Web Manual provides a road map for obtaining the approvals necessary to undertake such changes. They are intended to provide clear direction to property owners and professionals with regard to modifying, maintaining and protecting the historic resources in our communities.
Historic Site Tax Exemptions
City Council recently adopted tax exemptions for the restoration and renovation of historic sites. The historic site tax exemptions benefit all sizes and values of properties, in all types of neighborhoods. ... The exemptions apply to historic structures that have been designated as a landmark, a protected landmark, or as a contributing structure, pursuant to Article VII of the Chapter 33 Historic Preservation Ordinance. The Historic Site Tax Exemption Program is administered by the Mayor's Economic Development Office. Visit the program page for more information. Click the View More button to view the two tiers of tax exemptions and descriptions.
Plaque Order Form
Historic Landmark and Protected Landmark Plaque Order Form
Historic Preservation.Org
A community resource of the Houston Archaeological and Historical Commissions (HAHC).
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