Do you own a building on the national, state or local Heritage Register, or live within a historic district? If so, you are required to meet with the Olympia Heritage Commission or the City Preservation Officer before obtaining a building permit for alterations to the exterior of the property.
At the meeting, Committee members will discuss the proposed project in an effort to protect the integrity of the property while attempting to respond to the applicant’s needs. Committee members then make a recommendation to the building official for approval or denial of the building permit.
As part of the review, staff and committee members will take a visual survey of the property, or in some cases make a formal visit. Please be aware that proposed demolition of historic properties may require a more extensive review.
In reviewing projects, the Committee considers the Secretary of the Interior's Standards and various City Codes governing preservation. Staff can provide you with the specific Code sections.
For information please contact the historic preservation officer at 360-753-8031 or by email at jkenny@ci.olympia.wa.us
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