D.C. Mun. Regs. tit. 10, r. 10-A1006
Broad public awareness of historic properties is vital to a successful historic preservation program. It promotes understanding and appreciation of historic properties, allowing communities to take pride in their past and residents to value the history of their own homes. Better information about potential historic property also provides greater certainty to property developers contemplating major investment decisions, thus lessening the potential for conflict over demolition and redevelopment. 1006.1
Policy HP-1.4.1: Publication of the DC Inventory of Historic Sites
Maintain the DC Inventory of Historic Sites and a map depicting the location of historic landmarks and districts. Keep them current and readily available to the public both in print and on the Internet. 1006.2
Policy HP-1.4.2: Dissemination of Historic Information
Make survey and designation information widely available to the public through open access to survey and landmark files, assistance with public inquiries, website updates, posting of maps of historic resources in public buildings, and distribution of educational materials documenting the city's historic properties. Display archaeological artifacts and make data from excavations available to the public through educational programs. 1006.3
Policy HP-1.4.3: Marking Of Historic Properties
Develop and maintain a coordinated program for public identification of historic properties through street signage, building markers, heritage trail signage, and other means. 1006.4
Policy HP-1.4.4: Identification of Potential Historic Properties
Publicize survey projects and survey results as a means of increasing awareness of potential historic properties. Give priority to the public identification of eligible historic properties in active development areas. 1006.5
Policy HP-1.4.5: Community Awareness
Foster broad community participation in efforts to identify, designate, and publicize historic properties. 1006.6
Action HP-1.4.A: Enhancement of the D.C. Inventory and Map
Improve the value and effectiveness of the D.C. Inventory of Historic Sites as an educational tool by creating an interactive Internet version of the Inventory with photos and descriptive information on all properties. Improve the utility of the map of historic landmarks and districts by creating an interactive GISbased version accessible to the public on the Internet. 1006.7
Action HP-1.4.B: Internet Access to Survey Data and Designations
Provide Internet access to historic landmark and historic district designation forms and National Register nomination forms. Develop a searchable on-line database of survey information, providing basic historical documentation on surveyed and designated properties, including individual properties within historic districts. Post determinations of eligibility for designation on the Internet. 1006.8
Action HP-1.4.C: Historic District Signage
Complete implementation of the citywide program for street signs identifying historic districts. 1006.9
Action HP-1.4.D: Markers for Historic Landmarks
Continue with implementation of the program of consistent signage that property owners may use to identify historic properties and provide brief commemorative information. 1006.10
Action HP-1.4.E: Notice to Owners of Historic Property
Develop and implement an appropriate method of periodic notification to owners of historic property, informing them of the benefits and responsibilities of their stewardship. 1006.11
Action HP-1.4.F: Listings of Eligibility
Establish and maintain procedures to promote a clear understanding of where eligible historic properties may exist and how they can be protected through official designation. Reduce uncertainty for property owners, real estate developers, and the general public by maintaining readily available information on surveyed areas and properties identified as potentially eligible for designation. 1006.12
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D.C. Mun. Regs. tit. 10, r. 10-A1006