The Statesville Historic Preservation Commission (HPC) was estab-lished by City Council in 1982. Its mission is to identify, preserve, and protect Statesville’s historic resources and to educate the public about those resources and historic preservation in general. The Historic Preservation Commission consists of nine members, assisted by City staff, who bring with them extensive experience in maintaining the integrity and appearance of historic buildings. Appointed by City Council the HPC membership includes Statesville residents who have demonstrated special interest, experience, or education in history, architecture, archaeology, or other preservation-related fields. Based upon its established Commission and City staff support, Statesville qualifies for the Certified Local Government (CLG) Program, a federal program administered by the North Carolina State Historic Preservation Office. CLG status benefits the community in a number of ways including elibility for preservation-related grant opportunities. 

HPC Application

Historic Preservation Commission's Design Guidelines

The City of Statesville has six National Register Districts: the four listed above (Academy Hill, Davie Avenue/Broad Street., Mitchell College and South Race Street), as well as, two others (listed below). The properties that are included in a National Register Districts have the ability to obtain tax credits for approved rennovations from the State and Federal Government.  Please references the following brochure on National and State Tax credits or call the North Carolina State Historic Preservation Office for more information, 919-807-6574.

  2013 HPC Meeting Schedule

  2012 HPC Meeting Schedule

*November and December Meetings are not on the fourth Thursday of the month due to Holidays; therefore the deadline for applications has been moved to meet the required Public Notice Statues.

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