HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION
The Historic Preservation Commission was established by Ordinance 2149 on March 7, 1985. The commission is authorized to conduct a survey of local historic properties; recommend methods and procedures to preserve, restore, maintain, and operate historic properties under the ownership or control of the City; recommend the lease, sale, other transfer or disposition of historic properties; participate in the conduct of land use, urban renewal and other planning processes undertaken by governmental agencies; recommend ordinances and provide information for the purposes of historic preservation; promote and conduct an educational program on historic preservation; and review and act upon applications for permits for building alteration, new construction, or demolition within designated historic districts. The Commission also plays a vital role in the City's downtown revitalization efforts.
2009 DISTINGUISHED HISTORIC SITE NOMINATIONS
The Pocatello Historic Preservation Commission, is accepting nominations from the public for the 2009 Distinguished
Historic Site of the Year. Each year the commission recognizes local businesses and resident
owners of historic properties for their work in preserving Pocatello’s rich historic structures and
sites. More about the Historic Site of the Year. The commission will accept nominations until April 1, 2009.
Historic site nomination guidleines
Historic site nomination form
WALKING TOURS
Westside Residential Historic District Self-Guided Walking Tour
Eastside Downtown Historic District Self-Guided Walking Tour
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