The National Register of Historic Places (NRHP) is the official federal list of the nation's districts, sites, buildings, structures, and objects considered worthy of preservation for their significance in American history, architecture, archaeology, engineering, or culture. Managed by the National Park Service, this honorary designation recognizes properties that are important to a local community, a state, or the entire nation.
Being listed recognizes a place’s significance and helps preserve the stories connected to it. For more information on the National Register, visit the website link below.
Official honorary designation: It identifies properties with national, state, or local historic significance.
National preservation database: It is administered at the federal level by the National Park Service to document history.
Research and educational tool: It coordinates public and private efforts to identify historic resources.
Gateway to financial incentives: It may qualify owners for federal preservation tax credits and grants.
Often used to celebrate community heritage.
A homeowners association (HOA)
A restriction on private property rights: It places no federal restrictions on how a private owner uses, alters, or sells their property.
A maintenance mandate: It does not require private owners to repair, restore, or maintain their historic structures.
A local zoning or design ordinance: It does not impose building regulations, paint color limits, or architectural design reviews.
A permanent preservation guarantee: It cannot legally block a private property owner from altering or demolishing the building.