Landmark a property
Landmarking recognizes properties that are important to Louisville’s history. Property owners can apply to have an eligible property designated as a local historic landmark.
The landmarking process can happen at the same time as the grant/loan process and the alteration certificate process.
Get ready
Before you apply, meet with Historic Preservation staff. Staff will explain the landmarking process and answer your questions.
You will need to submit:
Ready to start?
Meet with Historic Preservation staff before submitting your application. Email Planning or call us at (303) 335-4592 to schedule an in-person or virtual meeting.
Step one: Submit your application
Submit the Historic preservation program intake form, Landmark Agreement, and W-9 Tax Form. via email to Planning@LouisvilleCO.gov with Historic Preservation application and your name in the subject line.
Step two: Staff reviews the property
City staff will research the property and schedule a public hearing at the Historic Preservation Commission.
A public hearing is a public meeting where an official board or elected body reviews the application and may hear comments from the applicant and the public.
Step three: Historic Preservation Commission review
The Historic Preservation Commission will review your application at a public hearing.
The Commission will then make a recommendation to City Council.
Step four: City Council review
City Council will review your application at a public hearing and decide whether to approve the landmark designation.
After your property is approved
If City Council approves the landmark designation:
- Residential applicants receive a $5,000 landmarking bonus.
- Commercial applicants receive a $50,000 landmarking bonus.
Landmarks approved during the previous year are also recognized at a landmarking ceremony in May.
Is my property eligible?
To qualify for landmarking, a property must:
- Be at least 50 years old.
- Meet one or more criteria for architectural, social, or geographic/environmental significance.
- Meet one or more criteria for architectural integrity.
Architectural integrity means the property still has physical features that help show its historic character.
See the full eligibility criteria in the Louisville Municipal Code.