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Technical information on the process of surveying, evaluating, registering, and preserving cultural resources in the National Register of Historic Places.

How to fill out national register bulletin

How to fill out National Register Bulletin

1. Read the National Register Bulletin guidelines thoroughly.
2. Identify the property type you are nominating (e.g., building, district, site).
3. Gather historical and architectural data relevant to the property.
4. Fill out the nomination form, providing detailed descriptions and justifications for the property's significance.
5. Include maps and photographs that illustrate the property's location and condition.
6. Ensure all required documents are attached, such as local government notifications.
7. Review the completed form for accuracy and completeness.
8. Submit the nomination to the relevant state or local preservation office.

Who needs National Register Bulletin?

1. Property owners looking to preserve their historic properties.
2. Local governments seeking to enhance community heritage.
3. Historians and researchers conducting studies on historic properties.
4. Nonprofits and advocacy groups focused on historic preservation.
5. Real estate developers interested in tax incentives for preservation.

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What are the benefits of being a national historic landmark?

Once a landmark has been designated it is afforded certain protections and privileges. These include the Site Plan Review Process, Historic Building Fee Waiver, Historic Building Code, and Mills Act Tax Relief.

What are the benefits of a landmark?

Enhance the visual and aesthetic character, diversity and distinctiveness of the city. Stabilize and increase property values. Enhance the city's attraction for residents, visitors, tourists and prospective residents.

What does it mean to be designated as a national historic landmark?

National Historic Landmarks are buildings, sites, districts, structures, and objects that have been determined by the Secretary of the Interior to be nationally significant in American history and culture. Many of the most renowned historic properties in the nation are Landmarks.

Can you renovate on the National Register of Historic Places?

Yes. Unless your home is subject to the above restrictions (receiving federal tax credits, protected under a local historic preservation ordinance, etc.), listing on the National Register does not restrict your right to modify your home. Severe alterations may, however, result in removal from the National Register.

What is the National Register Bulletin 42?

The purpose of this bulletin is to guide Federal agencies, State historic preservation offices, Certified Local Governments, preserva tion professionals, and interested groups and individuals through the process of identifying, evaluating, and registering historic mining properties to the National Register.

What is the difference between national historic landmark and National Register?

All National Historic Landmarks are included in the National Register of Historic Places, which is the official list of the nation's historic properties worthy of preservation. Landmarks constitute more than 2,500 of more than 90,000 entries in the National Register; the others are of state and local significance.

What are the benefits of being a historical site?

Historic places also preserve and promote the human stories of people who built, lived, or worked in them. Historic places can provide many educational opportunities, which can't be provided by strictly classroom-held lessons.

Why are national historic landmarks important?

National Historic Landmarks (NHLs) are nationally significant historic places designated by the Secretary of the Interior because they possess exceptional value or quality in illustrating or interpreting the heritage of the United States.

For pdfFiller’s FAQs

What is National Register Bulletin?

The National Register Bulletin is a publication that provides guidelines and information about the National Register of Historic Places, including how to document and nominate properties for inclusion.

Who is required to file National Register Bulletin?

Individuals, organizations, and agencies seeking to nominate a property to the National Register of Historic Places are required to file the National Register Bulletin.

How to fill out National Register Bulletin?

To fill out the National Register Bulletin, follow the guidelines provided in the bulletin, complete the nomination form, and provide the required documentation about the property.

What is the purpose of National Register Bulletin?

The purpose of the National Register Bulletin is to inform applicants about the nomination process, provide standards for evaluation, and offer guidance on the proper documentation required for listing.

What information must be reported on National Register Bulletin?

The information reported on the National Register Bulletin includes a description of the property, its historical significance, architectural integrity, and any relevant historical context.