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Preservation Program Announcements
- Sustainable Retrofits for Existing Buildings - Join us for a practical discussion on improving the comfort, efficiency, and performance of existing buildings. We’ll explore how building systems work, identify the most common sources of energy loss, and discuss the upgrades that deliver the greatest energy savings. You can find more information here.
Event Details: Thursday, August 13, 7:00 PM; Herndon Council Chambers 765 Lynn Street
This event is free, but registration is requested.
To Register: Call 703-787-7380 or Email community.development@herndon-va.gov
- We had a great turnout at our recent Historic Rehabilitation Tax Credit Workshop in the Herndon Historic District! Staff from the Virginia Department of Historic Resources joined property owners, business owners, and community members to discuss how state and federal historic rehabilitation tax credits can support improvements to historic buildings. Attendees learned about program basics, the application process, and how projects can successfully meet the Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for Rehabilitation.
- You can view slides from the event here.
- You can view a recording of the workshop here.
- The Town of Herndon has been awarded a Certified Local Government (CLG) Grant from the Virginia Department of Historic Resources to support educational programming in the Herndon Historic District. Stay tuned for dates and registration information!
- Questions about the Town of Herndon Historic District? Reach out to historicdistrict@herndon-va.gov
Herndon Historic District Map (pdf) (webmap)
Modifying Or Improving A Historic District Property?
Consult the Process Guide and Reference Guide, then complete the Historic District Property Modification Form, and email it to historicdistrict@herndon-va.gov. Town staff will review and verify whether the proposed modification is exempt from any review or requires either staff review or Historic District Review Board review.
Most applications for property modifications are reviewed by staff however the larger change are reviewed by Historic District Review Board. The Historic District Review Board (HDRB) page contains information on that board and the board meetings.
The design, form, and material of exterior changes to properties within the Historic Districts are guided by the following documents:
Herndon Historic District Guidelines
Other Resources
Herndon Community Television Herndon's Hidden History Program
State Tax Credit Program for Rehabilitation of buildings within the Heritage Districts