Preserving existing structures maintains the unique character and fabric of the community and a tangible link to local history.

In compiling the information necessary to complete historic designation survey sheets, property owners and the Commission create a respository of information on the history of the structure, its inhabitants and the surrounding area.

Studies in several states show that historic properties often appreciate at greater rates than non-historic properties, particularly when located in historic districts (compared to similar non-historic neighborhoods).

Dollars spent in rehabilitating historic residential properties generate jobs and economic activity. 

Preserving existing structures helps maintain the district's character.

The district infrastucture already exists, saving considerable expenses associated with creating new roads, utilities and services.

Older structures are located in prime retail areas, suitable for commercial usage.

Preservation is a poplular public cause, and the historicial charm of older structures can servie as a draw for patrons, and a suitable backdrop for large community festivals, etc.

Older buildings are generally energy efficient, with long durability and less maintenance in the long run.  The renovations involved are more-labor focused, generating more local jobs thatn structures shipping in newly manufactured materials and using non-local temporary labor forces.  A district generating local jobs is popular particularly in economic periods where job creation overall is sluggish. 

Federal-Buildings meeting strict historical criteria may be designated and placed on the National Register of Historic Places.

State-Buildings may be designated by the state (if they meet criteria identical to the federal program); the state granted municipalities the authority to create ordinances for historic preservation in the Municipal Land Use Law.

Local-Preservation authority resides in municpal ordiances.