The Mission of the Snohomish County Historic Preservation Commission is:
- To identify, evaluate and designate historic resources.
- To assist property owners in accessing the tax incentive for preservation
- To preserve archeological and historic resources, and
- To provide preservation information services and educational tools.
Commissioners are county residents representing a variety of disciplines including historic preservation, architecture and archeology to local history, law and real estate. Nine members are appointed by the County Executive and are approved by the County Council.
Duties
The Historic Preservation Commission advises the County on matters of history and historic preservation.
Commissioner Duties include:
- Nominating properties to the Snohomish County Register of Historic Places
- Reviewing State and National Register nominations
- Approve projects for Special Valuation tax benefits
- Provide design review
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