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The following is a listing of all documents available on the City of Scottsdale Historic Preservation Office Website.
If you are unable to find what you need, please contact the office at 480-312-2523.
Forms, Documents, and Applications for Services of the Scottsdale Historic Preservation Office
Below is a listing of the documents necessary to apply for a Certificate of No Effect or Appropriateness or for the City of Scottsdale Historic Residential Exterior Rehabilitation (HRER) program. Additional information for each can be found on clicking on the "More Info" link next to the document name. Person's interested in applying for a Certificate of No Effect or Appropriateness or the HRER program should carefully read all information and documents on the Historic Preservation Office website. Questions may be directed to the office by email at Preservation@ScottsdaleAZ.gov or by phone at 480.312.2523.
Resource Studies and Processes
Public education is an important aspect the mission of the City of Scottsdale Historic Preservation Commission and the Preservation Division. The following documents and links provide information regarding the history of Scottsdale and the region, and offers information and resources for those interested in learning more about historic preservation at the state and national level.
Historic Preservation Ordinance
The City of Scottsdale enacted the Historic Preservation Ordinance in July 2006 to preserve historic resources important to the city's cultural heritage, and promote economic development and public education. The City of Scottsdale Historic Register is the official City list of important historic buildings in the City.
Properties on the City of Scottsdale Historic Register
The following is a list of properties on the City Historic Register. For more information on a particular property or to inquire about the eligibility of a property currently under consideration or not listed on the Register, please call the office at 480-312-2523.
Archeological Resources
An important part of Scottsdale's Historic Preservation Program is to identify and protect significant archaeological resources. Archaeological resources include materials from past human activities that are over 50 years old. There are many different types of resources including rock images (called petroglyphs), pottery, houses and other structures, pottery, weapons, tools, clothing, irrigation canals, and basketry. Archaeology is the interpretation of these remains from past civilizations.
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