Historic Preservation

Hinsdale is proud to have two National Register Historic Districts

Do I live or work in one?

If you are located in either of the green areas below. Yes!

I live or work in a National Register Historic District

Considerations

Certificate of Appropriateness Application

Property Alteration or Demolition Review

All buildings, structures, sites or areas are subject to review by the Commission prior to any alteration and a certificate of appropriateness must be issued.

Learn more about alteration

Opportunities

Tax Freeze Program

State legislation currently provides 8 to 12 year property tax freezes for rehabilition of historic propoerties. Learn more about the program and calculate your potential tax savings by utilizing this program!

Learn More Tax Freeze Here

I don't live or work in a National Register Historic District

Can I still protect and receive tax benefits for my historic home?

Yes! Through Landmarking

The Historic Preservation Commission has a landmarking program which provides a series of protections and tax opportunities. Learn more about landmarking and your historic home.

Learn more about landmarking

I want to learn more about my old house or local history.

Contact the Hinsdale Historical Society at info@HinsdaleHistory.org , visit their website at hinsdalehistory.org .

Information for Designation

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