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Historic Preservation in Westland, MI (2026)

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

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Historic-Cultural Monuments

Westland's historic district commission designates historic landmarks and must approve a certificate before any exterior alteration, move, or demolition of a landmark structure can proceed.

Westland Historic Landmark Designation

Significant Restrictions

Westland Code of Ordinances § 2-372(a), (f) (codified from 1981 Code § 2-215)

The commission may recommend to the city council that certain sites or structures be added to or deleted from the historic districts established by this division or that certain structures, features or sites be designated as historic landmarks. ... The historic district commission shall maintain a roster of historic landmarks, as designated by the city council, which shall include a description...

Looking for Wayne County county-wide rules?

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

Historic Preservation in Wayne County