Historic Preservation in Schaumburg, IL (2026)
1 verified historic preservation rules for Schaumburg, Illinois, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.
Verified from official government sources
Historic-Cultural Monuments
Village Code § 154.71 lets Schaumburg designate any building or site a historic landmark on a Plan Commission recommendation and Village Board vote, weighing thirteen listed criteria such as architectural style and historic events. Once designated, owners cannot alter, add to, move, or demolish any exterior feature without prior Village authorization, though ordinary repair and maintenance stays exempt.
Schaumburg Historic Landmark Designation Rules
Significant RestrictionsSchaumburg Village Code § 154.71(A)
(A)Designation of Landmarks:(1)Procedures for Designation:(a)Any person, group, group of persons, association, the commission, or the village board may institute a request for a historic landmark designation for any structure or site in the village which may have historic significance. The community development department shall supply, upon request, application forms. All designations of landma...
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