Historic Preservation
11 postsLearn about what makes a building historic and how Cities limits further development of such buildings
What is California Historical Building Code (CHBC)?
CHBC provides an alternative building code for the preservation or rehabilitation of buildings designated as "historic."
What is Mills Act?
Buildings qualified to apply for the Mills Act include all Article 10 Landmarks and ...
Where can I find information on preservation techniques to repair historic buildings?
The National Parks Services has produced over 40 technical Preservation Briefs related to the appropriate repair and maintenance of old buildings. Topics include the cleaning and waterproofing of...
Are there any restrictions on remodeling the interior of a historic house?
No. Article 10 does not specifically designate the historic interiors of residential homes in landmark districts, nor does the California or National Registers. However, the Planning Department strongly...
Can I raise my house to add an extra story if it's a historic resource?
Enlarging buildings by raising them and adding a new first floor was common at one time. Many cottages throughout San Francisco were originally one to 1.5 stories...
Can I add an addition to my house if it's a historic resources?
A vertical or horizontal addition to any building, regardless of historic status, must conform to the Residential Design Guidelines. Additions to known historic resources must also meet the...
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