Historic Preservation in Annapolis, MD (2026)
1 verified historic preservation rules for Annapolis, Maryland, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.
Verified from official government sources
Historic-Cultural Monuments
Annapolis lets the City Council designate landmarks of exceptional historic, cultural, archaeological or architectural significance, and any exterior work on one needs a Historic Preservation Commission certificate first.
Annapolis Landmark Designation Rules
Significant RestrictionsAnnapolis City Code § 21.56.040(A)
Before a person may undertake the construction, alteration, reconstruction, rehabilitation, restoration, moving, or demolition of a designated landmark, site, or structure, or a site or structure within a designated historic district ... the person, individual, firm, or corporation proposing to make the construction or change shall file an application for a certificate of approval with the Comm...
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