Beechmont Neighborhood Association

Should More Of Beechmont Be On The National Register

National Registration Districts and National Historic Places

The National Register of Historic Places is the Nation's official list of cultural resources worthy of preservation. Authorizied under the National Historic Preservation Act of 1966, the National Register is part of a national program to coordiante and support public and private efforts toidentify, evaluate and protect our historic and archeological resources. Properties listed on the Register include districts, sites, buildings, structures, and objects that are significant in American history, architecture, archeology, engineering, and culture. The National Register is administered by the National Park Service, which is part of the U.S. Department of the Interior.

About The National Register

Included among the listings that make up the National Register are:

. all historic areas in the National Park System.

. over 2,200 National Historic Landmarks, which have been designated by the Secretary of the Interior because of their importance to all Americans.

. properties across the country that have have been nominated by governments, organizations, and individuals because they are significant to the nation, to a state, or to a community

Preserve Historic Propeties In Beechmont

Listing in the National Register contributes to preserving historic properties in a number of ways: Recognition that a property is of significance to the Nation, the State, or the community. Consideration in the planning for Federal or federally assisted projects. Eligibility for Federal tax benefits. Qualification for Federal assistance for historic preservation, when funds are available.

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