DESIGNATIONS
Designations of properties listed in the State & National Registers of Historic Properties

I. INDIVIDUALLY LISTED PROPERTY
A. Listed as a single parcel of property
B. One piece of property which qualifies
1. Standards: Architectural and historical integrity must be preserved
a) Interior
b) Exterior

II. LISTED HISTORIC DISTRICT
A. Listed as a district
B. Majority of pieces of property must qualify ("contribute")
1. Standards: Architectural and historical integrity must be preserved
a) Exterior only
C. "Contributing" vs. "Non-Contributing"
1. Contributing buildings have these characteristics:
a) They are at least 50 yrs old
b) Their exterior reflects the architectural style and history of the District's "period of significance"
D) Financial Benefits
1. Preservation grants and tax credits are available only for "contributing" buildings within a District
2. Other funds, not related to preservation/restoration, may be available from other sources for all buildings, regardless of their register designation or age