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Resources for Historic Preservation Projects

The listings that follow are intended to serve as a comprehensive reference to individuals, non-profits, businesses, and local governments for local, state, and national programs that support historic preservation activities.  The 55 programs included have been selected for their potential applicability to future preservation challenges in the City of Westminster.  The listings are categorized to lessen search time and specify who may apply for assistance.  Internet links are included for more information on each program.

Note:  Unless otherwise indicated, the programs listed are not affiliated with the City of Westminster or the City’s website.  The City makes no guarantee as to the accuracy or timeliness of the information listed and is not responsible for content on websites not owned by the City.  The references are provided as a reference only and should not be considered an endorsement.

Click on a category to view the assistance available:

Direct Assistance

Programs listed under Direct Assistance leverage resources for the immediate preservation of the historic character of a structure or district.  These programs focus on acquisition and rehabilitation of historic structures specifically to preserve and enhance historic value.  Federal and State tax incentives, for example, offer monetary relief for the sensitive renovation of historically significant buildings.  Due to the intentional focus on preservation, programs in this section tend to offer the greatest amounts of money and the most regulatory control with respect to process and materials.

Indirect Assistance

Indirect Assistance programs provide assistance to governments, NPO’s, and individuals for activities that are often overlooked in the search for preservation resources.  For example, weatherization funds from the Department of the Environment allow low-income individuals to afford other needed repairs on their homes while making the historic homes more attractive to future buyers.  Capacity Building Grants encourage the growth of Community Development Corporations, which collectively have a successful reputation for the restoration of older, often historic neighborhoods.

Support & Consulting Services

Programs listed under Support & Consulting Services are designed to prepare local governments, non-profits, individuals, and businesses with the tools necessary to complete historic preservation projects.  Assistance in this category varies from grant money for project planning to a listing of funding for cultural programs that have an historical focus.  A program focusing on support and consulting activities is often seen by preservation organizations as a firm foundation for a grant or loan request in the Direct Assistance category.