Historic Preservation in Kokomo, IN (2026)
1 verified historic preservation rules for Kokomo, Indiana, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.
Verified from official government sources
Historic-Cultural Monuments
Kokomo's Historic Review Board, created under § 153.01(B)(1), designates historic districts and structures and must approve a certificate of appropriateness under § 153.06 before a permit issues, or alterations begin, for demolishing or moving a historic building, changing its exterior, or building new construction visible from a public street. Violators face a fine of up to $1,000 per day under § 153.99.
Kokomo Historic Preservation Certificate Rule
Significant RestrictionsKokomo Code of Ordinances §§ 153.01(B)(1), 153.06(A), 153.99
(B) Board of Review established. (1) There is hereby established the Historic Review Board of the city. The Board of Review shall consist of not less than three voting members. ... § 153.06 CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS. A certificate of appropriateness issued by the Historic Review Board for the city shall be required before a permit is issued for, or alterations begin, on any of the foll...
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