What is the Indianapolis Historic Preservation Commission?
In 1967, the Indiana State Legislature passed State Statute IC 36-7-11.1 which established and empowered the Indianapolis Historic Preservation Commission (IHPC) to preserve the character and fabric of historically significant areas and structures for all present and future citizens of Marion County, Indiana. The IHPC accomplishes this task by protecting areas through local designation and through providing technical assistance on the restoration and rehabilitation of historic structures or areas.
The Indianapolis Historic Preservation Commission (IHPC) is a nine-member, mayoral appointed board with design and zoning review jurisdiction in the locally designated historic districts and conservation districts. Since 1976, the IHPC has had a professional staff that functions as a division of the Department of Metropolitan Development of the City of Indianapolis. The IHPC provides design and zoning review and approval for locally designated historic districts, conservation areas, and individually designated properties.
Click here to see more Befores and Afters from IHPC districts.
Looking for an application for a Certificate of Appropriateness? Click here.
Cottage Home is now a Conservation District! Click here for more information.
Wondering how district designation might impact property values? Click here for a study by Historic Landmarks Foundation.
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