What Governs Historic Preservation in Naperville
In 2011, the City of Naperville adopted a new Historic Preservation Ordinance to coincide with the Unified Recommendation and to improve residents' ability to understand the code's implementation. The City of Naperville Municipal Code requirements for Historic Preservation can be found in Title 6, Chapter 11 of the Code.
The Historic Preservation Commission also utilizes the Historic Building Design and Resource Manual that was adopted in 2010 as an educational document and a reference in considering Certificate of Appropriateness, or COAs. The manual encourages appropriate maintenance and renovations consistent with the historic architectural style, character, and scale of existing historic structures and neighborhoods. Along with the manual, the Commission references the Architectural and Historical Survey that was conducted in 2008.
Historic Preservation Commission
The Historic Preservation Commission reviews and makes recommendations on applications for new and expanded Historic Districts and landmarks. The commission also grants or denies applications for Certificates of Appropriateness, guides the development of Historic Building Design Guidelines, and assists in educating residents about available resources for preservation activities. Four members of the commission are owners or residents of the Historic District or a landmarked property. The remainder of the commission is comprised of community members and representatives of the Planning and Zoning Commission, City Council and Naper Settlement.
Historic Preservation Ordinance
The City of Naperville values its rich history and heritage. This ordinance was developed to help protect buildings that help define that legacy.
