What is a Historic Resource?
A historic resource is any building, site, structure, object or district listed in the National Register of Historic Places or listed as a local historic resource. The criteria for determining a resource�s eligibility for listing include
(1) age � generally 50 years old or older;
(2) integrity � has it retained its historic appearance;
(3) significance � based on its historic association with important events or people, architectural significance, or the potential to yield archaeological information.
See the following link for more specific information on How to Apply the National Register Criteria for Evaluation.
How can I research the history of my property?
What properties are already on the Salem Historic Properties List?
What is the Historic Landmarks/Design Review Commission?
What are recent developments in the Fairmount Historical Residential District nomination to the National Register of Historic Places?
What is the process for nominating a property to the National Register of Historic Places?
How else can this website help you to learn about historic properties in Salem?
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