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Historic Preservation in Canton, OH (2026)

1 verified historic preservation rules for Canton, Ohio, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.

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Historic-Cultural Monuments

In the City of Canton, Ohio, Codified Ordinances Section 1105.01 recognizes structures of historical, aesthetic and cultural significance, and Section 1105.032 lets the Canton City Landmark Commission, a property owner, Council, or a local preservation group apply to designate a building, site or district as a historic landmark.

Canton Historic Landmark Designation Rules

Significant Restrictions

Canton Codified Ordinances §§ 1105.01(a) & 1105.032(a)

(a) Council hereby recognizes that the City contains numerous structures and landmarks of historical, aesthetic and cultural significance, the preservation and maintenance of which is important to the cultural and economic well-being of the community and necessary for the public health, safety, prosperity and welfare of the people. ... (a) Application for the consideration of the designatio...

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County ordinances apply to unincorporated areas and may supplement Canton city rules.

Historic Preservation in Stark County